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Filmmaker and content creator Reneel Singh’s two-year search has finally paid off as he recently released his first single, ‘Jungli’.
Working with Fiji LiveThe Hamilton, New Zealand-based artist, whose parents are from Fiji, said creating “Jungli” was an adventure that came from his love of Fijian Indian culture rather than his musical background.
“My roots are very deeply connected to Fiji. My dad is from Nadi and my mum is from Lautoka. They moved to New Zealand before I was born and we settled in Rotorua, which is where I grew up and where they still live today.”
“My career has been running a New Zealand-based videography company, producing content for corporates, weddings and other events. However, this year, I have shifted my focus to producing content specifically for the Indian community in Fiji.”
Reinier said one of his proudest achievements was creating the six-part web series, The Sunny Side of Ngongotaha, which follows the lives of Fijian Indians living in New Zealand. He also has several short films in the works, so there’s more to come.
Talking about “Jungli”, he said: “I realised that as Fijian Indians, we didn’t have a hit song of our own, so I had a strong desire to be the first to come up with a high-quality, professional song that our community could be proud of. It’s not about being a singer, it’s about being a storyteller and creator for the community.”
“This is the first time I’ve done anything like this. But it’s definitely not the end. Seeing the positive reactions only motivates me to create more.”
He also spoke about his decision to choose the party anthem and the bizarre title.
“Fijian Indians love to celebrate life – we love parties, weddings and get-togethers. But despite this, we don’t have a national anthem that truly represents us. So, I decided to create one.”
“The name ‘Jungli’ comes from a nickname that sticks with me and captures a wild, untamed energy that I think resonates with our community. It’s fun, it’s bold and it’s authentic to who Fijian Indians are.”
“It took about two years from conception to completion of the song. This song was only possible because of the strong support from the local Fijian Indian community. From friends and family to the creators, many people helped make this project a reality.”
He said that the response so far has been overwhelming and everyone who has heard the song loves it and those who have seen the music video have been blown away.
“The dancing on the rooftop and the crazy visuals of the Sky Tower really resonated with people.”
Rainier considers the late Michael Jackson his idol in the entertainment industry and his parents his role models in life.
“Michael Jackson has always been a huge inspiration for me. His ability to combine music with visual storytelling is something I have admired since I was a child. He was more than just a singer, he was an artist who created experiences, which is what I strive to do in my own work.”
“My mom and dad are my role models forever. They taught me the value of hard work, perseverance and staying true to yourself. I owe all my success to them.”
With Jungli receiving numerous accolades, Reneel hopes to continue creating entertainment content and plans to venture deeper into music and films.
“I have several more songs in the pipeline, each of which aims to bring something new and exciting. Beyond that, I’m working on a couple of short films exploring different aspects of the Fijian Indian experience, and I’m even considering a feature film in the future.”
“I feel like this is a time in my life where I can push my limits as a filmmaker and music creator to see how far I can go.”
“It’s a challenge for me as well as being about continuing to represent and celebrate the Fijian Indian community in everything I do.”
He also expressed his gratitude for all the support from the Fijian community in New Zealand.
“None of this would have been possible without the incredible support of the local Fijian Indian community. They really made this project happen. This song isn’t just mine – it belongs to everyone who helped bring it to life.”
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