Surjit Bindrakhia
Indian singer and Bhangra artist
Indian singer and Bhangra artist
1962
64 years ago
Performers & Entertainers
India
A prominent figure in Punjabi music, gained recognition for an energetic and unique singing style. Achievements include numerous hit songs that popularized Bhangra music across India and the Punjabi diaspora. Collaborated with various artists and contributed to the genre's evolution in the 1990s and early 2000s. Released several albums and singles that are still celebrated within Punjabi culture. Continued to influence later generations of Punjabi singers.
Released hit songs like 'Lak Hilaade'
Popularized Bhangra music in the 1990s
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