Mika Singh
Mika Singh | |||||||
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| Born | Amrik Singh 10 June 1977 Durgapur,West Bengal,India | ||||||
| Nationality | Indian | ||||||
| Other names | Ganman | ||||||
| Occupation(s) | Playback singer,music director,composer,music producerandactor | ||||||
| Years active | 1998–2002, 2006-present | ||||||
| Known for | Singing, Music and Acting | ||||||
| Political party | Aam Aadmi Party | ||||||
| Family | Daler Mehndi(Brother), Ajmer Singh (Father) | ||||||
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| Years active | 2011 - present | ||||||
| Genre | Pop | ||||||
| Subscribers | 531,000[1] | ||||||
| Total views | 343 million[1] | ||||||
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Last updated:21 June 2024 | |||||||
Mika Singh(born 10 June 1977) is an Indian singer, rapper, musician and actor. His songs include "Bas Ek King" (Singh Is Kinng), "Mauja Hi Mauja" (Jab We Met), "Ibn-e-Batuta" (Ishqiya), "Dhanno" (Housefull), "Dhinka Chika" (Ready) and "Chinta Ta Chita" (Rowdy Rathore). He has released several solo albums and appeared on reality shows. His song "Sawan Main Lag Gayi Aag" was remixed by U.S based singer Pinky Paras.[2]
Early life[edit]
Singh was born on 10 June 1977 as Amrik Singh inDurgapur,West Bengal.[3][4][5]He is the youngest of eight, two daughters and six sons.[5][6][7]Singh and his elder brotherDaler Mehndiwere inspired by their father, Ajmer Singh, a trained classical musician who used to singkirtansinPatna Sahib Gurdwarasince childhood.[5][8]
Concerts and tours[edit]
In 2014, Singh performed live and sold out in Bollywood Showstoppers atThe O2 ArenawithArjun Kapoor,Sonakshi Sinha,Jacqueline Fernandez,Shahid Kapoor,Ali Zafar,and supported by Bollywood dance group Bolly Flex, that appearedSky1's dance competition show,Got to Dance.[9]
Singh also performed at his biggest outdoor concert at theSandwell & Birmingham Melain 2016 with an overall audience for the duration of the Mela estimated to be 80,000.[10]
Controversies[edit]
In 2006,Rakhi Sawantlodged a case against Mika, alleging that he kissed her against her will.[11][12]
In 2011, singer Mika was reportedly involved in a hit and run case, according toPTI.It was alleged that Mika'sHummercollided with an auto rickshaw during the early hours of the morning inMumbai.However, Mika denied being the driver at the time of the incident. Two police officers and the auto rickshaw driver asserted that they had seen the singer behind the wheel of the car.[13][14][12]
In 2013, Mika Singh'sfarmhouseinGurgaonwas reportedly sealed following alleged violations of theenvironmental lawson the property.[13][15]
In 2015, Singh reportedly slapped a doctor at an event inNew Delhi,organised by the Delhi Ophthalmological Society. The altercation caused a negative reaction from attending doctors, and the doctor allegedly suffered aperforated eardrumas a result.[13][12]
In 2018, Singh was detained in theUAEfollowing a case filed against him by aBrazilianteenage model, accusing him of sexual assault. Subsequently, he was incarcerated and later released with the intervention of theIndian Embassy.[16][17]
On 14 August 2019,All India Cine Workers Association(AICWA) imposed a ban on singer Mika Singh from theIndian film industrydue to his performance at an event in Karachi,Pakistan.The event organised by a close relative of former Pakistani presidentPervez Musharraf,prompted the film body to enforce an unconditional ban on the singer and boycotted him from all the movies and music contracts with the entertainment companies. The association also sought the intervention ofInformation and Broadcasting ministryin the matter.[18][19]
Political career[edit]
Mika Singh served as the star campaigner for theAam Aadmi Partyduring the 2022MCD elections.[20][21]
Mika dismissed rumours of contesting againstRakhi Sawantas an Aam Aadmi Party candidate in the 2022 elections, stating, "I guess if I join politics, I will become the prime minister!"
He donated Rs 21 lakh to the Aam Aadmi Party, which was acknowledged byVishal Dadlaniin a tweet, praising Mika Singh.[22]
Discography[edit]
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Hindi film soundtracks[edit]
| Year | Film | Song Title | Note |
| 2006 | Apna Sapna Money Money | Dil Mein Baji Guitar | |
| Pyaar Ke Side Effects | Dil Tod Ke Na Ja (Remix) | ||
| 2007 | Dus Kahaniyaan | Nachle Soniye | |
| Jab We Met | Mauja Hi Mauja | ||
| Dhol | O Yaara Dhol Bajake | ||
| Shootout at Lokhandwala | Ganpat | ||
| Nehlle Pe Dehlla | Neeli Neeli Aankhon Wali | ||
| 2008 | Wafaa | Muztarib | |
| Dil Kabaddi | OK Tata Done | ||
| Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! | Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! | ||
| Oye Lucky (Remix) | |||
| C Kkompany | Khoka | ||
| My Friend Ganesha 2 | Ganesha | ||
| Singh Is Kinng | Singh Is Kinng | ||
| Bhutni Ke | |||
| Ugly Aur Pagli | Talli | ||
| Mission Istaanbul | Apun Ke Saath | ||
| Woodstock Villa | Saawan Mein Lag Gayi Aag | ||
| Mr. White Mr. Black | Tu Makke Di Roti | ||
| 2009 | De Dana Dan | Ba Mulaiza | |
| Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani | Oh By God | ||
| Dil Bole Hadippa! | Dil Bole Hadippa | ||
| Quick Gun Murugun | Quick Gun Murugun | ||
| Life Partner | Aage Aage | ||
| Ek Aadat | Ek Aadat | ||
| Jai Veeru | Dhun Lagi | ||
| Jugaad | Tabahi Tabahi | ||
| Bad Luck Govind | Duniya Hai Gol | ||
| 2010 | Mitti | Ni Mera Dil Tera | |
| Action Replayy | Nakhre | ||
| Right Yaaa Wrong | |||
| Ishqiya | Ibn-E-Batuta | ||
| Lamhaa | Saajna | ||
| Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai | Babu Rao Mast Hai | ||
| Housefull | Aapka Kya Hoga (Dhanno) | ||
| Toh Baat Pakki | Jis Din | ||
| Band Baaja Baaraat | Bhangra Pauna Nachna | ||
| 2011 | I Am Singh | Dhol Wajda | |
| Mausam | Saj Dhaj Ke | ||
| Thank You | Pyar Do Pyar Lo | ||
| Dharti | Gaddi Modange | ||
| Loot | Saari Duniya Mere Ispe | ||
| Desi Boyz | Subah Hone Na De | ||
| Hum Tum Shabana | Thank U Mr. DJ | ||
| Pyar Ka Punchnama | Ban Gaya Kutta | ||
| Ishq Na Kariyo Kake | |||
| Bodyguard | Desi Beat | ||
| Double Dhamaal | Chill Maro & Chal Kudie | ||
| Ready | Dhink Chika | ||
| Tanu Weds Manu | Jugni | ||
| Yaar Annmulle | Jatt Tinka | ||
| Pure Punjabi | Pure Punjabi | ||
| F.A.L.T.U | Aal Tu Jalal Tu | ||
| 2012 | Kismat Love Paisa Dilli | Dont Fuff My Mind | |
| OMG: Oh My God! | Go Go Govinda | ||
| Khiladi 786 | Long Drive | ||
| Tu Mera 22 Main Tera 22 | Baby This, Baby That | ||
| Men In Black 3 | Main Tera Ishq | ||
| Son of Sardaar | Rani Tu Mein Raja | ||
| Ajab Gazabb Love | Ajab Gazabb Love (Title Track) | ||
| Boom Boom (Lip Lock) | |||
| Power Cut | Power Cut | ||
| From Sydney with Love | Khatkaa Khatkaa | ||
| Challo Driver | Kudi Pataka Driver | ||
| Teri Meri Kahaani | Humse Pyar Karle Tu | ||
| Department | Kammo | ||
| Rowdy Rathore | Chinta Ta Chita | ||
| Vicky Donor | Chaddha | ||
| Bittoo Boss | Bittoo Sabki Photo Lega | ||
| Agent Vinod | Pyaar ki Pungi | ||
| Bumboo | Life Saali Life | ||
| 2013 | Zindagi 50 50 | Tu Saamne Jo Aaye | |
| Jackpot | Full Jhol | ||
| R... Rajkumar | Gandi Baat | ||
| Phata Poster Nikla Hero | Tu Mere Agal Bagal | ||
| Gori Tere Pyaar Mein | Tooh | ||
| Besharam | Aa Re Aa Re | ||
| Maazii | Totta | ||
| Grand Masti | Zulmi Zulmi | ||
| Zanjeer | Mumbai Ke Hero | ||
| Ramaiya Vastavaiya | Hip Hop Pammi | ||
| Jaadu Ki Jhappi | |||
| Jaadu Ki Jhappi (Reprise) | |||
| D-Day | Duma Dum | ||
| Boyss Toh Boyss Hain | Gol Gol | ||
| Fukrey | Beda Paar | ||
| Shortcut Romeo | Jave Saari Duniya | ||
| Yamla Pagla Deewana 2 | Changli Hai Changli Hai | ||
| Jatt Yamla Pagla Ho Gaya | |||
| Shootout at Wadala | Laila | ||
| Aala Re Aala | |||
| Mere Dad Ki Maruti | Punjabiyaan Di Battery | ||
| Zila Ghaziabad | Baap Ka Maal | ||
| ABCD: Any Body Can Dance | Psycho Re | ||
| Hum Hai Raahi Car Ke | Ding Dang Ding Dang | ||
| Jatts in Golmaal | Jatt Baal Duga | ||
| I Don't Luv U | Ishq Ki Maa Ki | ||
| Rangeelay | Headache | ||
| Lucky Di Unlucky Story | Lucky Di Unlucky Story | ||
| Chashme Baddoor | Ishq Mohallah | ||
| Pooja Kiven AA | Ludhiane | ||
| Himmatwala | Taki Taki | ||
| Jolly LLB | Daru Peeke Nachna | ||
| Four Two Ka One | Ishq Di Battiyan | ||
| 2014 | O Teri | Ummbakkum | |
| Kaanchi | Main Mushtanda | ||
| Balwinder Singh Famous Ho Gaya | Shake That Booty | ||
| Kaun Samjhaye | |||
| Main Tera Hoon " | |||
| Bhopu | |||
| Meinu Ek Ladki Chaahiye | Teri To Jhand | ||
| Happy New Year | Nonsense Ki Night | ||
| The Shaukeens | Ishq Kutta Ha | ||
| Raja Natwarlal | Dukki Tikki | ||
| Its Entertainment | Veer Di Wedding | ||
| Holiday | Palang Tod | ||
| Kick | Jumme Ki Raat | ||
| Humshakals | Khol De Dil Ki Khidki | ||
| The Xpose | Catch Me If You Can | ||
| Purani Jeans | Out of Control | ||
| Bhoothnath Returns | Party To Banti Hai | ||
| Dishkiyaoon | Nachle Tu | ||
| Youngistaan | Tanki | ||
| Mission Sapne | Theme Song | TV show | |
| Babloo Happy Hai | Jimmy Bhaand | ||
| 2015 | Shamitabh | Lifebuoy | |
| Badmashiyaan | Garden Garden | ||
| Hate Story 3 | Neendein Khul Jaati Hain | ||
| Tamasha | Heer Toh Badi Sad Hai | ||
| Jawani Phir Nahi Ani | Khul Jaye Botal | ||
| Bajrangi Bhaijaan | Aaj Ki Party | ||
| ABCD 2 | Happy Hour | ||
| Welcome 2 Karachi | Boat Ma Kukdookoo | ||
| Hey Bro | Line Laga | ||
| Tevar | Madamiyan | ||
| Welcome Back | Welcome Back | ||
| 2016 | Happy Bhag Jayegi | Gabru Ready To Mingle Hai | |
| Sultan | 440 Volt | ||
| Housefull 3 | Taang Uthake | ||
| Malamaal | |||
| Mastizaade | Rom Rom Romantic | ||
| Dishoom | Subah Hone Na De (Remix) | ||
| 2017 | Secret Superstar | Sexy Baliye | |
| Ranchi Diaries | Godfather | ||
| Shubh Mangal Saavdhan | Laddoo | ||
| Baadshaho | Piya More | ||
| Mubarakan | Hawa Hawa | Remake | |
| Flat 211 | Criminal Akhiyan | ||
| Phillauri | Whats Up | ||
| Raees | Dhingana | ||
| Sarkar 3 | Angry Mix | ||
| 2018 | Simmba | Aankh Maarey | Remake |
| Dassehra | Silent Mode | ||
| 5 Weddings | American Beauty | ||
| FryDay | Bade Chote | ||
| Batti Gul Meter Chalu | Hard Hard | ||
| Stree | Milegi Milegi | ||
| Nawabzaade | Lagi Hawa Dil Ko | ||
| Race 3 | Party Chale On | ||
| Nanu Ki Jaanu | Bhoot Aaya | ||
| Veerey Ki Wedding | Mind Blowing | ||
| Welcome To New York | Meher Hai Rab Di | ||
| Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety | Sweety Slowly Slowly | ||
| Padman | The Padman Song | ||
| Teri Bhabhi Hai Pagle | Confused Lover | ||
| Baa Baa Black Sheep | Galla Goriyan | ||
| Heer | |||
| 2019 | Family of Thakurganj | Fancy Thumke | |
| Marne Bhi Do Yaaron | |||
| Prassthanam | Dil Bevda | ||
| Dream Girl | Dhagala Lagali | ||
| Hume Tumse Pyaar Kitna | Manmohini | ||
| De De Pyaar De | Mukhda Vekh Ke | ||
| Milan Talkies | Mind Na Kariyo Holi Hai | ||
| Luka Chuppi | Poster Lagwa Do | Remake | |
| Made In China | Sanedo | ||
| Pati Patni Aur Woh | Aankhiyon Se Goli Mare | Remake | |
| Yaaram | Kya Pandit | ||
| Pagalpanti | Tum Pe Hum Hai | Remake | |
| 2020 | Shikara | 'Chattar Pattar " | |
| Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan | Aisi Taisi | ||
| Jai Mummy Di | Ishq Da Band | ||
| Gulabo Sitabo | Kanjoos | Amazon Prime Videofilm | |
| Raat Akeli Hai | Adhe Adhe Se | Netflixfilm | |
| Its My Life | Its My Life | Zee Cinemafilm | |
| Dangerous | Dangerous | MX Playerweb series | |
| Majnu | |||
| Eyes Teri | |||
| Mujhko Apni Jaan | |||
| Ginny Weds Sunny | Sawant Mein Lag Gayi Aag | Netflixfilm | |
| Indoo Ki Jawani | Hasina Pagal Deewani | ||
| 2021 | KRK Kutta | Single | |
| Bhuj: The Pride of India | Bhai Bhai | Disney Plus Hotstarfilm | |
| Roohi | Bhootni | ||
| Bunty Aur Babli 2 | Dhik Chik | ||
| Chandigarh Kare Aashiqui | "Attraction" | ||
| Velle | Raja Boy | ||
| 2022 | Heropanti 2 | Whistle Baja 2.0 | Remake |
| Nikamma | Killer | ||
| Govinda Naam Mera | Bijli | Disney Plus Hotstarfilm | |
| Dasvi | Macha | Netflixfilm | |
| 2023 | Fukrey 3 | Macha Re | |
| Aankh Micholi | Aankh Micholi | ||
| 2024 | Sarfira | Dhokha | |
| Wild Wild Punjab | Suttebaaz Haseena | Netflixfilm | |
Other Languages[edit]
| Year | Film | Song Title | Language |
| 2010 | Adhurs | "Pilla Naa Valla Kaadu" | Telugu |
| 2011 | Krishan Marriage Story | "Nidde Bandilla" | Kannada |
| Paglu | Title Track | Bengali | |
| 2012 | Paglu 2 | ||
| Khokababu | "Pyar Ka Jhatka" | ||
| 2013 | Victory | "Vone Vone" | Kannada |
| Rangbaaz | "Tui Amar Hero" | Bengali | |
| Khoka 420 | "Mad I Am Mad" | ||
| Balupu | "Pathikella Chinnadi" | Telugu | |
| Mirchi | "Yahoon Yahoon" | ||
| 2014 | Darling | "A Darling Darling" | Kannada |
| Mental | "Aaila Re Aaila" | Odia | |
| 2015 | Herogiri | "Panga" | Bengali |
| Jawani Phir Nahi Ani | "Khul Jaye Botal" | Urdu | |
| 2016 | Jaguar | "Selfie" feat.Kanika Kapoor | Kannada |
| 2017 | Parchi | "Imagine" | Urdu |
| 2018 | Hoichoi Unlimited | "Hobe Re Hoichoi" | Bengali |
| 2022 | Tich Button | "Jutt" | Urdu |
| 2023 | Chengiz | Ragada | Bengali, also in Hindi |
Solo albums[edit]
| Year | Album | Featured song |
| 1998 | Greatest Indipop Album Ever | "Saawan Mein Lag Gayi Aag" |
| 2000 | Mika And Other Hits Part - 1 | "Ishq Brandy" |
| 2001 | Gabru | "Gabru" |
| 2002 | O Sanam Janeman | "Jaan Qurban" |
| 2006 | Something Something | "Jaattan Ka Chhora" |
| 2007 | Donaali | "Tere Aage Nahin Chalni (Donaali)" |
| 2008 | Dunali (Rifle) | "Dunali (remix) Single Track" feat. Bohemia |
| 2009 | Sher-E-Punjab | "Sher-E-Punjab" feat.Bohemia |
| 2011 | Sitare – The Stars | "Maahi Kehan De" |
| 2012 | 9 Track Album | "Pardese" |
| 2013 | Champions League T20 | "Ragad Ragad Humma" |
| 2014 | Mika Singh Is King | "Mast Kalandar" feat.Yo Yo Honey Singh |
| 2015 | Sizzling Sunny | "Super Girl From China" feat.Kanika Kapoor |
| 2016 | Billo Single | "Billo" |
| 2018 | Kalesh | "Kalesh Song" feat.Millind Gaba |
| 2022 | Majnu | "Majnu" |
Filmography[edit]
| Year | Film | Role | Language |
| 2010 | Mitti[23] | Gazzi Dhillon | Punjabi |
| 2011 | Loot[24] | Varinder Yuvraaj Singh | Hindi |
| 2014 | Balwinder Singh Famous Ho Gaya[25] | Balwinder | |
| 2024 | Welcome to the Jungle[26] | TBA | Hindi |
| Year | Series | Role |
| 2007 | Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa 2 | Contestant |
| 2009 | Iss Jungle Se Mujhe Bachao | Contestant |
| 2009–2010 | Music Ka Maha Muqqabla | Team Captain |
| 2014 | F.I.R.[27] | Himself |
| 2015 | The Voice India | Judge |
| 2015 | Tashan-e-Ishq | Guest |
| 2016 | Comedy Nights Live | Permanent Guest |
| 2016 | Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2016 | Mentor/Judge |
| 2018 | India Ke Mast Kalandar | Judge |
| 2021 | Zee Comedy Show | |
| 2022 | Anupamaa[28] | Himself |
| 2022 | Swayamvar – Mika Di Vohti[29] |
References[edit]
- ^ab"About Mika Singh".YouTube.
- ^Kulkarni, Pooja (13 November 2013)."Mika gives thumbs up to revive hisSaawan Mein Lag Gayi Aagsong ".Times of India.Retrieved2 March2022.
- ^Yadav, Prerna (10 June 2021)."Mika Singh Birthday: Shaan wishes his 'closest and craziest bro' with fun throwback pictures".India TV News.Retrieved2 March2022.
- ^"Mika Singh Birthday Special: From kissing Rakhi Sawant forcibly to hit-and-run case, controversies of the singer".Free Press Journal.9 June 2022.Retrieved11 June2022.
- ^abcBanerjee, Sudheshna (16 July 2016)."Singh can sing".The Telegraph.Retrieved6 January2021.
- ^Chakraborty, Sumita (30 June 2016)."Mika Singh: Of Magic & Madness".Stardust.Retrieved20 August2019.
- ^"Mika Singh's elder brother Ustad Shamsher Singh dead. Celebs post condolences".9 October 2017.
- ^"Mika Singh's father passes away - Times of India".The Times of India.12 February 2011.Retrieved20 August2019.
- ^"We Danced our heart out in Bollywood Showstoppers".Digital Spy.8 August 2014.Retrieved8 August2014.
- ^"Sandwell & Birmingham Mela".Express & Star.17 July 2016.Retrieved2 March2022.
- ^Ansari, Shabana (13 June 2006)."Mika doesn't call on Rakhi to say sorry".DNA.Retrieved11 October2018.
Rakhi had filed a complaint at Oshiwara police station against Mika, accusing him of forcibly kissing her at his birthday party on June 11
- ^abc"Mika Singh's Controversies: From Getting Slapped By Ex-Girlfriend To Detention For Sexual Assault".BollywoodShaadis.5 February 2023.Retrieved11 February2024.
- ^abc"Mika Singh: The singer's brushes with the law".The Indian Express.7 December 2018.Retrieved10 February2024.
- ^"Singer Mika named suspect in Versova hit-and-run case".Mumbai Mirror.Retrieved11 February2024.
- ^"Mika Singh's farmhouse in Haryana sealed for THIS reason. Details inside".TimesNow.1 December 2022.Retrieved11 February2024.
- ^"Singer Mika Singh released in UAE".Times of India.7 December 2018.Retrieved2 March2022.
- ^"accused of sexual misconduct mika singh returns to uae jail".Times Now.7 December 2018.Retrieved2 March2022.
- ^"AICWA bans Mika Singh after his performance in Pakistan: No one in India will work with him".India Today.14 August 2019.Retrieved14 August2019.
- ^"Mika Singh banned by Indian film industry body for performing in Pakistan".Mint.14 August 2019.Retrieved14 August2019.
- ^"AAP's star campaigner Mika Singh's five controversies".Firstpost.1 December 2022.Retrieved11 February2024.
- ^"MCD Election: सिंगर मीका सिंह चुनाव प्रचार में उतरे, AAP कैंडिडेट के लिए मांगे वोट".आज तक(in Hindi). 1 December 2022.Retrieved11 February2024.
- ^"Mika Singh donates Rs 21 lakhs for Aam Aadmi Party".The Times of India.18 April 2014.ISSN0971-8257.Retrieved11 February2024.
- ^FC, Team (31 July 2023)."Akshay Kumar starrer Welcome 3 to also feature Daler Mehendi and Mika Singh".www.filmcompanion.in.Retrieved10 February2024.
- ^"Are Daler Mehndi and Mika Singh all set to star as actors in the Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi starrer 'Welcome 3'? Here's what we know..."The Times of India.31 July 2023.Retrieved14 April2024.
- ^"He can be a tough competitor: Amitabh Bachchan on Mika's acting debut".The Indian Express.10 September 2014.Retrieved10 February2024.
- ^"Welcome to the Jungle promo: Akshay Kumar leads all-star cast including Sanjay Dutt, Arshad Warsi, Disha Patani, Raveena Tandon".The Indian Express.9 September 2023.Retrieved10 February2024.
- ^Bhopatkar, Tejashree (20 February 2014)."Mika Singh debuts on TV with F.I.R".The Times of India.Retrieved30 July2022.
- ^IANS (6 May 2022)."Mika Singh talks about his special appearance for MaAn's Mehendi Sangeet inAnupamaa".Times of India.Retrieved6 May2022.
- ^"Mika Singh will search for life partner on reality show Swayamvar: Mika Di Vohti, says 'Bajegi meri bhi shehnaiyaan'".Hindustan Times.10 March 2022.Retrieved14 March2022.
External links[edit]
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- Living people
- 1977 births
- Male actors from Patna
- Musicians from Bihar
- People from Durgapur, West Bengal
- Bengali singers
- Male actors from West Bengal
- Indian Sikhs
- Indian male playback singers
- Indian male actors
- Indian male voice actors
- Kannada playback singers
- Performers of Sikh music
- Indian folk-pop singers
- Bhangra (music) musicians
- Indian rappers
- Singers from West Bengal
- 21st-century Indian male singers
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