August 2023

Neha Kakkar Singh Playback Female Singer Neha Kakkar Singh, born on June 6, 1988, is an Indian playback singer known for her work in Bollywood films. She is the younger sister of playback singers Tony Kakkar and Sonu Kakkar. Neha started performing at a young age at religious events and gained recognition when she participated in the second season of the singing reality show “Indian Idol” in 2005, although she was eliminated early in the show.   Neha Kakkar made her Bollywood debut as a chorus singer in the film “Meerabai Not Out.” However, she rose to prominence with the release of the dance track “Second Hand Jawaani” from the film “Cocktail” in 2012. This song catapulted her career, and she subsequently recorded several popular party songs, including “Sunny Sunny” from “Yaariyan” and “London Thumakda” from the soundtrack album of the film “Queen.”   In addition to playback singing, Neha Kakkar has appeared in several music videos and has been a judge on various television reality shows, including “Indian Idol.” She has achieved significant success on YouTube, with billions of views on her videos. In January 2021, she became the first Indian singer to receive a YouTube Diamond Award. Neha Kakkar has also been recognized in the Forbes Celebrity 100 list in India in 2017 and 2019, and she was included in Forbes’ list of Asia’s 100 Digital Stars in 2020.   Neha Kakkar was born in Rishikesh, Uttar Pradesh (now Uttarakhand), and later moved to Delhi with her family in the early 1990s to pursue a career in singing. She auditioned for “Indian Idol” in Mumbai along with her brother Tony Kakkar. Although she got eliminated early in the show, it served as a platform for her to showcase her talent.   Throughout her career, Neha Kakkar has collaborated with various music composers and has delivered chart-topping songs. Her energetic and peppy singing style has made her popular among the audience. She has also acted in a film called “Isi Life Mein…!” and has lent her voice to songs in other regional languages like Kannada and Telugu. Enquiry Form

Richa Sharma Playback Female Singer Richa Sharma, born on August 29, 1974, is an Indian playback singer known for her work in Bollywood films as well as devotional music. She has received recognition for her versatile singing style and has sung in various genres including Indian classical, light music, ghazals, folk songs, and film songs.   Richa Sharma received formal training in Indian classical and light music under the guidance of Pandit Aaskaran Sharma. She expanded her repertoire by adding ghazals, Punjabi and Rajasthani folk songs, and film songs to her singing style, allowing her voice to reach a wider audience with diverse sounds.   In 1994, Richa Sharma moved to Mumbai, leaving her academic education behind, to pursue a career in the music industry. She initially sang cover versions and bhajans to sustain herself while struggling to establish herself in Bollywood. Her debut in Bollywood came in 1996 with the film “Salma Pe Dil Aa Gaya,” directed by Sawan Kumar. She went on to sing for several films, and her breakthrough came with the song “Taal Se Taal Mila” in the film “Taal,” composed by A.R. Rahman.   After the success of “Taal,” Richa Sharma delivered a series of hit songs in various films, collaborating with renowned composers such as A.R. Rahman, Anu Malik, Ram Sampath, Jatin-Lalit, Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, Sandesh Shandilya, Vishal-Shekhar, and more. Some of her notable film songs include “Zubeidaa,” “Saathiya,” “Hera Pheri,” “Khakee,” “Baghban,” “Rudraksh,” “Kal Ho Naa Ho,” “Gangajal,” “Popcorn Khao Mast Ho Jao,” “Saawariya,” and “Om Shanti Om.” She also lent her voice to the popular song “Mahi Ve” in the film “Kaante.”   Apart from playback singing, Richa Sharma has released several albums to showcase her talent. Albums like “Ni Main Yaar Nu Sajda Kardi,” “Piya,” and “Winds of Rajasthan” have highlighted the depth and versatility of her voice as a singer. Enquiry Form

Somlata Acharyya Chowdhury Playback Female Singer Somlata Acharyya Chowdhury is an Indian Bengali singer known for her contributions to Bengali film music and her work with her band, Somlata & the Aces. She gained fame with the release of songs like “Tumi Asbe Bole” and “Jagarane Jay Bibhabaree” from the Bengali film “Ranjana Ami Ar Ashbona” in 2011. She has been active in the Bengali music industry since 2007.   In addition to her work in films, Somlata has released several solo albums with her band. She has garnered popularity for her soulful and melodious voice, earning her a dedicated fan following. Her music is known for its emotional depth and evocative lyrics. Besides her career in music, Somlata also works as a guest lecturer of Psychology in Asutosh College, Kolkata. This reflects her diverse interests and her academic background in psychology. Enquiry Form

Alka Yagnik Playback Female Singer Alka Yagnik is an acclaimed Indian playback singer known for her melodious and soulful voice. Born on March 20, 1966, in Kolkata, India, she has made a significant contribution to the Indian music industry. With a career spanning over three decades, Alka Yagnik has recorded songs in various languages, including Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, Punjabi, Gujarati, and others. She gained prominence in the 1990s as one of the leading playback singers in Bollywood. Alka Yagnik has received numerous awards and accolades for her exceptional singing skills, including seven Filmfare Awards and two National Film Awards. Her collaboration with renowned composers like Nadeem-Shravan, Anu Malik, and A.R. Rahman has resulted in several chart-topping hits. Alka Yagnik’s voice is known for its versatility, allowing her to effortlessly express a wide range of emotions. She has successfully portrayed both the youthful exuberance of romantic tracks and the depth and intensity of emotional ballads. Her popular songs include “Dilbar Dilbar,” “Pardesi Pardesi,” “Tum Dil Ki Dhadkan Mein,” and “Agar Tum Saath Ho,” among many others. Enquiry Form

Asha Bhosle Playback Female Singer Asha Bhosle is an iconic Indian playback singer who has made an indelible mark on the music industry with her enchanting voice and versatile singing abilities. Born on September 8, 1933, in Sangli, Maharashtra, India, Asha Bhosle hails from a musical family and is the sister of legendary playback singer Lata Mangeshkar.   With a career spanning over seven decades, Asha Bhosle has recorded over 12,000 songs in various languages, including Hindi, Marathi, Bengali, Gujarati, and more. Her mesmerizing voice and impeccable rendition have earned her a prominent place in the hearts of music lovers worldwide. She is known for her ability to effortlessly adapt to different musical styles and genres, ranging from romantic ballads to peppy dance numbers.   Asha Bhosle has collaborated with numerous renowned music composers, including R.D. Burman, S.D. Burman, and O.P. Nayyar, to create memorable melodies that have stood the test of time. Some of her popular songs include “Piya Tu Ab To Aaja” from the film “Caravan” (1971), “Dum Maro Dum” from the movie “Hare Rama Hare Krishna” (1971), and “Chura Liya Hai Tumne Jo Dil Ko” from the film “Yaadon Ki Baaraat” (1973).   Her immense contribution to the music industry has been recognized with several awards and honors, including the prestigious Padma Vibhushan, the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, and multiple Filmfare Awards. Enquiry Form