Dhilip Varman

Who is Dhilip Varman?

S. Dhilip Varman is a Malaysian singer, lyricist and composer, born and brought up in Penang. Many compare the texture and melody of his vocal range with that of Indian playback singers. Dhilip, an ardent fan of renowned musical composers Illayaraja and A.R. Rahman, started his musical journey as a stage singer, performing at small shows.

His productions have since appeared in local films November 24, Kanngal and Ivanthan Hero. He even bagged the Best Male Vocalist at last year’s MIMI Awards.

Dhilip produced his first album last year, Kanavellam, which featured songs composed and arranged by him.

Former Works Minister Datuk Seri S.Samy Vellu also contributed a poem that was used as lyrics for the song, Kanavugal Varum.

In the year 2000, Dhilip started his musical journey as a stage singer, performing in shows and concerts initially. His talent did not go unnoticed and in 2002 he got an opportunity to sing in an Album Rogkwave “ Naveenam “ .

He was given the chance to sing in an album by Sashi Rogkwave a.k.a. D’ Shaaq and later he invited him to join the group. Soon he ventured into his own production with the guidance of Rogkwave and went on to form his very own company Dhilip Varman Productions.