Playback Female Singer

Sona Mohapatra Playback Female Singer Sona Mohapatra is an Indian singer, music composer, and lyricist. She was born on June 17, 1976. Sona holds a BTech degree in Mechanical Engineering from the College of Engineering and Technology, Bhubaneswar, and an MBA degree in Marketing & Systems from Symbiosis Centre for Management & HRD, Pune. Prior to her music career, she worked as a brand manager in Marico, handling brands like Parachute & Mediker.   Sona’s journey in the music industry began with advertising jingles. She gained popularity for her jingle for Tata Salt – “Kal Ka Bharat Hai,” and her song “Paas Aao Na” for Unilever’s Close Up campaign, which was recorded in multiple languages and aired in 13 countries for four consecutive years. In 2007, she released her debut album “Sona” on Sony Records, which explored various musical styles such as rock, rhythm and blues, flamenco, Hindustani, Baul, and Romani music.   She has released several singles and songs for Bollywood films. Some of her notable works include the song “Bedardi Raja” from the movie “Delhi Belly” produced by Aamir Khan, the theme songs “Mujhe Kya Bechega Rupaiya” and “Ghar Yaad Aata Hai Mujhe” for the TV show “Satyamev Jayate,” and the song “Jiya Laage Na” from the soundtrack of the film “Talaash.” Sona is known for her electric live performances and has played at various venues, including the Lincoln Center in New York and stadium crowds in India. Sona Mohapatra gained mainstream prominence through her appearances on the talk show “Satyamev Jayate” hosted by Aamir Khan. She frequently performed as a lead singer and was also the executive producer of the musical project associated with the show. Her cameo performances on the show garnered millions of views online. Sona is known for her efforts to promote women’s empowerment and has contributed to projects that celebrate women’s freedom. Sona Mohapatra is married to Ram Sampath, a Bollywood song composer and music director. They met in 2002 and got married in 2005. Ram Sampath is known for his innovative music scores in films like “Delhi Belly,” “Satyamev Jayate,” and “Talaash.” Sona and Ram are partners in their music production house called OmGrown Music and reside in Mumbai, where they have their own studios.   Enquiry Form

Smita Bellur Playback Female Singer Smita Bellur is a captivating Sufi singer whose soulful voice has captivated audiences around the world. Born and raised in India, Smita has dedicated her life to the pursuit of spiritual expression through music. With a unique blend of classical Indian and Sufi influences, her performances are a mesmerizing experience that transcends cultural boundaries.   Smita’s voice has a divine quality, effortlessly weaving through intricate melodies and soaring to ethereal heights. Her renditions of ancient Sufi poetry evoke deep emotions, touching the hearts of listeners and transporting them to a realm of spiritual ecstasy. Whether performing in intimate gatherings or grand concert halls, Smita’s presence on stage is magnetic, drawing the audience into a meditative state of bliss.   Beyond her musical prowess, Smita is a humble and deeply spiritual individual. She embraces the teachings of Sufism and incorporates them into her music, spreading messages of love, peace, and unity. Through her powerful performances and soul-stirring melodies, Smita Bellur continues to inspire and uplift the souls of all who have the privilege of experiencing her enchanting artistry. Enquiry Form

Sivaangi Krishnakumar Playback Female Singer Sivaangi Krishnakumar, popularly known as Sivaangi, is an Indian playback singer, actress, and television personality. She was born on May 25, 2000, in Trivandrum, Kerala, to a Malayali mother and Tamil father. Her father, Krishnakumar, is a singer and musicologist, while her mother, Binni Krishnakumar, is a playback singer. Both of her parents are recipients of the Kalaimamani Award. Sivaangi has a younger brother named Vinaayak Sunder. Sivaangi completed her schooling at Chinmaya Vidyalaya in Virugambakkam, Chennai. She later pursued a bachelor’s degree in Commerce at M.O.P. Vaishnav College for Women in Chennai. During her college days, she ventured into the music industry. In 2019, Sivaangi gained recognition as a contestant on the Tamil reality television singing competition, Super Singer 7, which aired on Star Vijay. She showcased her singing talent on the show and received appreciation from the audience. She then participated in the comedy cooking show, Cooku With Comali, which also aired on Star Vijay. Her performance on the show garnered her popularity and accolades. She received awards such as “The Entertaining Star Female” at the Blacksheep Digital Awards and “Most Popular Female in Reality Television” at the Behindwoods Gold Icons. She also won the “Trending Pair of the Year” award with Ashwin Kumar Lakshmikanthan at the Vijay Television Awards. In 2020, Sivaangi made her acting debut in the comedy web series called Dear-u Brother-u, which garnered attention from the audience and netizens. As a playback singer, Sivaangi made her debut in the Tamil film industry with the song “Anbaale Azhagaagum” from the movie Pasanga in 2009. She has since lent her voice to several songs in Tamil films, including “Talku Lessu Worku Moreu,” “Machi,” “Uruttu,” “Nee En Usuru Pulla,” “Sathiyama Sollurandi,” “Bomma Bomma,” “Neethanada,” and “Rekkalu thodigi.” She continues to work on new songs, with two set to be released in the second half of 2022. Sivaangi has also ventured into acting, appearing in films such as Don, Naai Sekar Returns, and Kasethan Kadavulada. Enquiry Form

Sithara Krishnakumar Playback Female Singer Sithara Krishnakumar is a versatile Indian artist who works as a playback singer, composer, lyricist, classical dancer, and occasional actor. While she predominantly works in Malayalam cinema, she has also contributed to Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada films. Sithara is known for her expertise in Hindustani and Carnatic classical music, as well as her skills as a ghazal singer.   She has received recognition and several awards for her talent, including three Kerala State Film Awards for Best Female Playback Singer. Sithara has traveled extensively, performing in concerts and stage shows worldwide. Apart from classical music, she also has a keen interest in folk and fusion genres. She has collaborated with popular musical bands in Kerala and has been part of international shows.   In 2014, Sithara formed a musical band called Eastraga, which focuses on female-oriented songs supported by a team of renowned musicians. She is also a member of the six-member band called Sithara’s Project Malabaricus, which presents a contemporary blend of folk and classical songs.   Born into a family with a strong inclination towards classical arts, Sithara was introduced to music at a young age and started singing when she was just four years old. She received training in Carnatic music from Sri Ramanattukara Satheesan Master and Palai CK Ramachandran. She also received extensive education in Hindustani classical music from Ustad Fiyaz Khan. Additionally, she is a trained classical dancer under Kalamandalam Vinodini.   Sithara’s career began as a dancer, and she later ventured into playback singing. Her debut as a playback singer came in 2007 with the song “Pammi Pammi” in the Malayalam film Athishayan. Before that, she had won several musical talent shows, including Asianet Saptha Swarangal, Kairali TV Gandharva Sangeetham, and Jeevan TV Voice. She has collaborated with esteemed composers like Ouseppachan, M. Jayachandran, G. V. Prakash Kumar, Prashant Pillai, Gopi Sundar, Bijibal, and Shaan Rahman. Sithara has lent her voice to over 300 film songs in various languages. Enquiry Form

Shruti Pathak Playback Female Singer Shruti Pathak is an Indian playback singer and lyricist known for her work in the Hindi film industry. She was born and raised in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, and later moved to Mumbai to pursue a career in singing after completing her master’s degree in Psychology. Pathak started her singing career by lending her voice to various remix albums. She gained popularity with her song “Mar Jawa” from the film Fashion (2008), for which she received nominations at the Filmfare Awards and Screen Awards. She also worked as a lyricist and singer for the song “Payaliya” from the film Dev.D (2009). She continued to showcase her talents as a singer and lyricist in films like Kai Po Che, where she wrote the song “Shubhaarambh” for Amit Trivedi. In addition to her film work, Shruti Pathak has performed in numerous stage shows and music festivals, including events at various universities and cultural fests. She has also appeared in all three seasons of Coke Studio India, showcasing her versatility as a singer. Pathak has participated in MTV Unplugged season 4 and has also collaborated on the Dewarists. Shruti Pathak has been trained in classical music by her guru Shree Divyang Thakkar from a young age. With her talent and passion for music, she has made a mark in the Hindi film industry as a playback singer and lyricist. Enquiry Form

Shreya Ghoshal Playback Female Singer Shreya Ghoshal is an Indian singer known for her wide vocal range and versatility. She is considered one of the most prolific and popular singers in India. Ghoshal has recorded songs for films and albums in various Indian languages and has received numerous accolades, including four National Film Awards, four Kerala State Film Awards, two Tamil Nadu State Film Awards, two BFJA Awards, seven Filmfare Awards, and ten Filmfare Awards South.   Ghoshal began learning music at the age of four and started her formal training in classical music at the age of six. She gained recognition at the age of sixteen when she won the television singing reality show “Sa Re Ga Ma.” This led to her Bollywood playback singing debut in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s film “Devdas” (2002). Her song “Bairi Piya” from the film became an instant success, and she received a National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer for her performance. Ghoshal also won a Filmfare Award for Best Female Playback Singer and the Filmfare RD Burman Award for New Music Talent.   In addition to her playback singing career, Ghoshal has appeared as a judge on several television reality shows and has been featured in music videos. She has received honors from the state of Ohio in the United States, where a day was declared as “Shreya Ghoshal Day,” and she was honored in London by selected members of the House of Commons of the United Kingdom. Ghoshal has also been featured multiple times in Forbes’ list of the top 100 celebrities from India. In 2017, she became the first Indian singer to have her wax figure displayed in the Indian wing of Madame Tussauds Museum in Delhi. Enquiry Form

Shirley Setia Playback Female Singer Shirley Setia is a singer and actress originally from Daman, India, who gained fame through her work in the Indian film and music industries. Born in Daman, she immigrated with her family to Auckland, New Zealand. Setia rose to prominence as a YouTube musician, where she uploaded covers of Bollywood songs while studying at the University of Auckland. Her YouTube videos gained significant attention, leading to her being referred to as “Bollywood’s Next Big Singing Sensation” by Forbes magazine.   Setia made her acting debut in the 2020 Hindi film “Maska,” which was released on Netflix. She later appeared in the film “Nikamma” in 2022, marking her big-screen debut. She also starred in the Telugu film “Krishna Vrinda Vihari,” which was released in September 2022.   In her singing career, Setia performed in concerts in Mumbai and Hyderabad in 2016 after gaining popularity on YouTube. She has amassed a significant following on her YouTube channel, with millions of subscribers and hundreds of millions of views. Setia has been recognized as India’s YouTube sensation by the Hindustan Times and as one of New Zealand’s biggest international artists by TVNZ.   Setia’s journey from a YouTube musician to an actress has garnered attention and recognition, making her a rising star in the Indian entertainment industry. Enquiry Form

Shilpa Rao Playback Female Singer Shilpa Rao, born Apeksha Rao on 11 April 1984, is an Indian singer hailing from Jamshedpur. She completed her Post Graduation in Applied Statistics from St. Xavier’s College in Mumbai before venturing into her singing career. Rao initially worked as a jingle singer for three years before making her Bollywood debut in 2007 with the song “Tose Naina” from the film Anwar, which became a popular hit.   Her breakthrough came with the release of the songs “Woh Ajnabi” from The Train (2007) and “Khuda Jaane” from Bachna Ae Haseeno (2008), which earned her a nomination for the Filmfare Award for Best Female Playback Singer. She further gained recognition for her collaboration with renowned composers like Ilaiyaraaja for Paa (2009) and A.R. Rahman for Jab Tak Hai Jaan (2012), Dhoom 3 (2013), and Bang Bang! (2014). Rao’s association with Amit Trivedi resulted in notable songs such as “Manmarziyaan” from Lootera (2013).   Rao is known for her versatility and experimentation with different musical styles and genres. She was the final Indian singer to perform in Coke Studio Pakistan with the song “Paar Chanaa De” (2016). Additionally, her rendition of “Aaj Jaane Ki Zid Na Karo” from the deluxe edition of the Ae Dil Hai Mushkil soundtrack (2016) received critical acclaim.   Throughout her career, Rao has shown a willingness to explore new styles and collaborate with various composers and artists. She has been praised for her unique interpretations and expressions in her songs. In addition to her music career, Rao has also supported charitable organizations and causes. Enquiry Form

Shibani Kashyap Playback Female Singer Shibani Kashyap is an Indian singer known for her work in the Bollywood film industry. She gained fame for singing the signature tune of the AIR FM channel of All India Radio and Amul India. Kashyap specializes in a blend of Sufi and Western music.   Born in Delhi, India, Shibani Kashyap is a graduate in English literature from the University of Delhi. She has a background in both Western and Indian classical music. She was a member of the band Black Slade in Delhi before gaining national recognition for her debut pop album, “Ho Gayi Hai Mohabbat” in 1998, for which she won a Channel V award.   Kashyap has composed advertisement jingles for Amul India and the Subah Savere show on Doordarshan. She has performed live shows around the world and represented India at the annual international music festival Azia Dauysy held in Kazakhstan in 1999. She has also released a Sufi album called “Nagmagee” in 2000.   In addition to her singing career, Shibani Kashyap has ventured into acting. She made her acting debut in the Star Plus TV show “Veera” as the musician Megha. She has also acted in the film “Ranviir The Marshal” (2015) and sang a special number for it.   Kashyap has received accolades for her work, including winning the Best Female Pop Singer award for her album “Nazakat” at the 2005 Sangeet Awards in San Francisco. Apart from her music career, Shibani Kashyap is known for her association with Buddhism, particularly Nichiren Buddhism. She believes in the power of inner change and has credited her faith with positively impacting her life.   In recent years, Kashyap has been involved in independent music projects and has been associated with platforms like ArtistAloud.com. She continues to contribute to the music industry and has released her own album titled “My Free Spirit.” In 2018, she collaborated with singer and composer Varun Ahuja on the gangster-themed song “Bachke tu chalna re” for the film “Mere Paas Baap Hai.” Enquiry Form