Sonu Nigam

Playback singer and actor in India

Sonu Nigam - Playback singer and actor in India
Born

July 30th, 1973
51 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

India

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Born in 1973, a prominent playback singer and actor in the Indian film industry, widely recognized for contributions to Bollywood music. Career began with his first album in 1990 and progressed to extensive work in Hindi, Kannada, Bengali, and various regional films. Contributed to films such as 'Kal Ho Naa Ho', 'Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna', and 'Devdas'. Apart from playback singing, also acted in films and hosted television shows, showcasing versatility in the entertainment industry. Received numerous awards, including multiple Filmfare Awards and a National Film Award, acknowledging exceptional talent.

Playback singing in 'Kal Ho Naa Ho'

Winner of multiple Filmfare Awards

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