Introduced to Indian classical music at a young age by his parents,  Subhranil honed his skills and embraced the journey of consistent practice, discipline, and learning. His passion for sitar has led him toperform at prestigious venues, collaborate with diverse musicians, and inspire younger generations to explore the beauty of traditional music.

Subhranil Sarkar is a sitar player from Kolkata.

Subhranil considers himself fortunate to have learned from Shahid Parveez Khan. His journey in music began when he was around six years old, as his parents introduced him to Indian classical music. Growing up, his parents were avid listeners of this genre, and he absorbed it by listening to it for about fourteen hours a day. Consequently, he became familiar with Indian raga music even before formally learning it.

During his childhood, Subhranil enjoyed playing football and cricket, but his parents ensured he devoted enough time to his riyaaz. His first guru, Bimal Chatterjee, was very affectionate, and Subhranil would practice diligently to impress him. He fondly recalls his fantastic childhood, shaped by his musical upbringing.

Reflecting on his musical journey, Subhranil emphasizes that the evaluation of any art is subjective as it is totally based on the perceptions of the audience. The key lies in maintaining consistency, discipline, daily riyaaz, embracing criticism, and being receptive to feedback. As artists, it is essential to understand that the journey involves constant invention, reinvention, learning, and striving for improvement.

Subhranil perceives mistakes as valuable life lessons. He believes in learning from them and considers them an integral part of personal growth.

Regarding achievements, Subhranil says he finds fulfillment in the joy he experiences while performing for the audience. Witnessing tears in the eyes of his listeners signifies progress in his music, which he aspires to achieve. Additionally, he has performed at significant venues, such as gatherings of Nobel Peace laureates and various conferences, even collaborating with jazz musicians, etc.

Discussing the influence of modern music genres on traditional music, Subhranil says he believes that the beauty of raga music is timeless and cannot be lost. He acknowledges the beauty of modern music in its own way, stating that it contributes to creativity. Furthermore, he observes a growing interest among young people in learning to play the sitar and explore raga music.

Subhranil's role models include Ustad Vilayat Khan Sahab and his guru, Ustad Shahid Parveez Khan Sahab. He also draws inspiration from his cousin, a highly successful designer. He holds great respect for accomplished artists, recognizing the opportunities to learn from each of them.

Subhranil enjoys listening to interviews of great artists, musicians, and painters, as well as reading about their work. He recalls visiting exhibitions of renowned artists like Pablo Picasso, witnessing the evolution in their artistic expressions. He mentions how Picasso mentioned it took him six years to paint exactly like Raphael, an Italian painter, and a lifetime to paint with the boundless creativity of a child.

Subhranil says that apart from music, he engages in various other interests. He loves listening to interviews of inspiring individuals, visiting museums to see art installations, and playing football. He finds joy in engaging with people from different walks of life, conversing about life itself. Exploring new experiences, trying different types of food, and embracing diverse ideas are all things he thoroughly enjoys.