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= Vamsi Kalakuntla = Vamsi Kalakuntla (born 15th August 1993) is an Indian Singer, Song Writer, Dj from Hyderabad. Who is currently based in Dallas,TX. His music came to spotlight for his work in the movie 7 Days featuring Karan Soni and Geraldine Vishwanathan performing the song Desi Spider-Man

Born in Hyderabad, India. Kalakuntla moved to the United States to pursue his Masters at Texas A&M University Commerce before pursuing his musical career. Vamsi made his musical debut in the year 2020 with his song Nightmare which was an instant hit with over 3.4 Million global streams on its one month of release.

Early Life
Kalakuntla is from Hyderabad, born to Sandhya Rani Kalakuntla and Madhusudhana Rao Kalakuntla. He finished his education from Niraj Public School and his Bachelors in Computer Science Engineering from Malla Reddy Engineering College in India.

Musical Journey
Vamsi's musical journey began at a young age when he developed a passion for music. During a summer camp in Hyderabad, he received training in Carnatic music, which laid the foundation for his musical pursuits. In 2013, he had the opportunity to work closely with renowned Telugu music composer Ajay Patnaik, who mentored him in songwriting, composition, and film music.

After completing his BTech, Vamsi moved to the United States to pursue a Master's degree and work as a software engineer in Dallas. It was during this time that he discovered the lack of recognition for Telugu pop music and decided to concentrate on creating music that incorporated his Hollywood and American pop influences, providing a fresh and vibrant sound for Telugu audiences.

Vamsi's breakthrough came with the release of his debut single, "Nightmare ," which garnered 3.4 million views on YouTube in December 2021. The success of this release motivated him to collaborate with global talents and explore new opportunities. In 2019, he met Jonathan Camacho, a music producer, composer, and songwriter, at a guitar store in Dallas. Their encounter led to a fruitful partnership, with Camacho becoming Vamsi's go-to music producer for all his releases and serving as a mentor to the young artist.

Despite the challenges posed by the pandemic, Vamsi had a successful year in 2021. His work received appreciation from the music communities in Los Angeles, and his music was featured in the IMDb-listed Hollywood film "7 Days ." Vamsi's dedication to his craft and his desire to break the stereotypes surrounding Telugu pop music have earned him recognition and opportunities to collaborate with renowned artists and industry professionals.

One of Vamsi's notable releases is the Telugu pop single "My Love," featuring Indie R&B singer-songwriter Vanalika Shan. The song, which blends Telugu and English verses, aims to appeal to a wider audience while still maintaining a touch of Telugu for his regional fans. The accompanying music video, directed by Rupan Bal, showcases Vamsi's commitment to creating visually captivating experiences for his listeners.

In addition to his musical endeavors, Vamsi actively advocates for the recognition and promotion of Telugu pop music. He believes that Telugu cinema's global success, as demonstrated by movies like "Baahubali" and "Pushpa," has sparked international interest in Telugu music. By infusing Western and Indian influences into his compositions, Vamsi strives to create a unique sound that stands out from the regular music heard in Telugu cinema and light music.

Discography

 * 1) Nightmare
 * 2) Instagram Model 2.0
 * 3) Dhanarekha
 * 4) I'm Single
 * 5) Vinave Dorasani
 * 6) Mami
 * 7) Desi Spider-Man
 * 8) My Love
 * 9) Feelings
 * 10) Heat Marfa

Movies

 * 1) 7 Days

Press

 * 1) Hyderabadi singer Vamsi Kalakuntla eyes global arena
 * 2) “Feelings.” The Telugu song conjures the idea of the artist as a charming and confident lover-boy, even as he addresses a former flame and sings about the darkness in his world in their absence
 * 3) Telugu pop singer Vamsi Kalakuntla's ‘My Love’ is instant hit'
 * 4) Vamsi Kalakuntla's Nightmare creating new waves in Telugu Pop Scene
 * 5) Vamsi Kalakuntla performed his song “Desi Spider Man” at the screening of the film 7 DAYS
 * 6) Vamsi Kalakuntla | అమెరికాలో పాప్‌ సాంగ్స్‌లో తెలుగు భాషకు ప్రాణం పోస్తున్న హైదరాబాదీ
 * 7) Malla Reddy Engineering College Alumni Association (MRECAA) is proud of the achievements of its Alumnus. The following member achievements deserve special attention
 * 8) Co-Founder of the Dallas Asian Historical Society Denise Johnson (left) and performer Vamsi Kalakuntla speak to interviewers at the red carpet event at the Angelika Film Center in Dallas, Texas.
 * 9) DJ VK brings dance beats to Northeast Texas

Member Affiliations

 * 1) Recording Academy
 * 2) SongWriters Guild of America
 * 3) The Guild of International Songwriters and Composers.