Sonu Nigam: News
Sonu Nigam is an Indian singer, music composer, and actor born on July 30, 1973. He has sung in numerous languages, including Hindi, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Tulu, Gujarati, Bengali, Odia, Marathi, and Nepali, among others. His first song in Bollywood was 'O Aasman Wale" from the movie 'Aaja Meri Jaan' (1993). His first album, titled 'Rafi Ki Yaadein' was also released in 1993. In the following years, Nigam has sung in numerous films including, 'Sainik', 'Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi', 'Bheega Bheega Sa', 'Sangharsh', 'Kasam Teri Kasam', 'Aur Pyar Ho Gaya', 'Ramjaane', 'Mast', and 'Badal', among others. In 2011, he collaborated with international pop sensation Britney Spears on a remix of her 'I Wanna Go' track, and in 2012, with DJ Avicii on his song 'Indian Levels'. He is often referred to as the "Modern Rafi." He hosted the music show 'Sa Re Ga Ma' during 1995-99 and served as a judge on 'Sa Re ga Ma Pa L'il Champs International' and 'Indian Idol' (seasons 1 & 2), among others. He has won several awards, including one National Award, two Filmfare Awards, and two Filmfare Awards South.
Diljit Dosanjh to join 'Border 2' shoot from June
Diljit Dosanjh is set to join the cast of Border 2 in early June, reported Pinkvilla.
'Param Sundari' first-look: Janhvi-Sidharth's chemistry steals the show
Maddock Films, in association with producer Dinesh Vijan and director Tushar Jalota, has dropped the first look for the much-awaited romantic drama Param Sundari.
'Param Sundari' teaser leaked: Sidharth Malhotra-Janhvi Kapoor are fire together
Fans are abuzz with the teaser of the much-awaited romantic comedy, Param Sundari, starring Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor.
Sonu Nigam blasts media for spreading misinformation in Kannada row
Renowned singer Sonu Nigam took to Instagram to complain about the spread of falsehoods linking him to a recent Kannada language controversy.
Kannada row: HC to hear Sonu Nigam's plea this week
The Karnataka High Court has deferred the hearing of a petition filed by famous singer Sonu Nigam to Thursday, May 15.
'Border 2': Sonu, Arijit to recreate 'Sandese Aate Hai'
The much-anticipated sequel to the iconic film Border, Border 2, will feature a reimagined version of the cult song Sandese Aate Hai, per Pinkvilla.
Despite apology, Sonu Nigam's song removed from Kannada film
Playback singer Sonu Nigam's song from the upcoming Kannada film, Kuladalli Keelyavudo, has been removed after a controversy erupted over his comments at a recent Bengaluru concert.
Sonu Nigam banned from Kannada film industry over concert remarks
The illustrious playback singer Sonu Nigam has been banned in the Kannada film industry following his controversial remarks at a recent concert in Bengaluru.
Sonu Nigam faces FIR: Bengaluru Police summon over concert remarks
Playback singer Sonu Nigam has been asked to appear before the Bengaluru District Police within a week's time.
Sonu Nigam may face ban from Kannada film industry soon
Famous singer Sonu Nigam might face a ban from the Kannada film industry due to the controversial statements he made during a concert at the East Point College in Bengaluru.
'They were threatening...': Sonu Nigam clarifies Bengaluru concert remarks
Singer Sonu Nigam recently got mired in a controversy after his concert at the East Point College of Engineering and Technology, Virgonagar, Bengaluru.
DTU concert: Sonu Nigam says only a vape was thrown
Renowned singer Sonu Nigam recently put rumors of his concert at Delhi Technological University's Engifest being marred by stone-throwing to rest.
Sonu Nigam halts DTU concert after crowd hurls stones, bottles
Sonu Nigam's performance at Delhi Technological University's (DTU) Engifest 2025 was halted abruptly after the crowd went out of control.
Sonu Nigam performs in Pune despite 'excruciating pain,' shares video
Renowned singer Sonu Nigam recently gave a behind-the-scenes glimpse into his life as a performer, revealing that he was in "excruciating pain" ahead of his concert in Pune.
Alka, Shreya, Sunidhi deserve Padma honors, says Sonu Nigam
Renowned singer Sonu Nigam has expressed his disappointment over the omission of several eminent singers from the recent Padma Awards list.
Comparison with AR Rahman 'offended' Pritam, recalls Sonu Nigam
In a recent chat with O2 India, acclaimed singer Sonu Nigam opened up about working with renowned composers AR Rahman and Pritam.
Sonu Nigam angry as Rajasthan CM leaves his concert mid-way
Singer Sonu Nigam has reacted strongly after Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma and a few other politicians recently left his concert mid-way at an event called Rising Rajasthan.
SRK's 'Fauji' sequel is finally happening after 35 years
Shah Rukh Khan's iconic TV debut Fauji is getting a sequel after 35 years!
Post-'Hangover' controversy, will Sonu Nigam-Salman ever re-collaborate? Singer reveals
Famed playback singer Sonu Nigam recently expressed his desire to work again with Bollywood actor Salman Khan.
Alka Yagnik diagnosed with rare sensory hearing loss; seeks prayers
In a piece of startling news, renowned Bollywood playback singer Alka Yagnik, famous for her hit tracks in the 90s and 2000s, has been diagnosed with a "rare sensory neural nerve hearing loss."
Shreya Ghoshal's birthday: Revisiting her songs with Sonu Nigam
Singer Shreya Ghoshal, hailed by many as "the worthy successor to Lata Mangeshkar," is a five-time National Film awardee.
'Dunki' Drop 3: 'Nikle The Kabhi Hum Ghar Se' released
Winter is coming and December is full of surprises for Indian cinephiles.
'Arjan Vailly,' 'Duniya': Analyzing music of Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 'Animal'
What is a Hindi film without music that stitches the narrative and flows across the movie like its binding thread?
Sanjay Gadhvi's funeral: Tabu-Sonu Nigam attend 'Dhoom' director's last rites
Acclaimed director Sanjay Gadhvi, celebrated for helming the first two installments of Dhoom, died on Sunday aged 57 due to a heart attack.
#NewsBytesExplainer: Why Sonu Nigam got slammed over controversial tweet
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'RRKPK's 'Ro Lain De' music video is about love, despair
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Sonu Nigam's birthday: Exploring artist's multifaceted versatility across genres
If you ever wonder what god would possibly sound like, ask Alexa to play any Sonu Nigam song for you!
How Sonu Nigam-Bhushan Kumar reconciled after 3-year-long notorious public feud
Bollywood's singing royalty Sonu Nigam and T-Series's honcho Bhushan Kumar were engaged in public strife for three years.
Happy birthday, Kylie Minogue: Best songs of 'Chiggy Wiggy' singer
Over a career spanning three decades, Kylie Minogue has gained popularity as a singer, songwriter, and actor.
Lucky Ali to Sonu Nigam, singers who 'hurt' religious sentiments
Not only actors but singers too have often found themselves in the midst of a controversy. Whether it was singer-TV host Aditya Narayan or singer-composer Anu Malik, there have been many from the music industry who found themselves in the middle of a controversy.
Sonu Nigam spotted at Mumbai airport after manhandling saga
Singer Sonu Nigam is in the headlines after he was manhandled at a concert on Monday. The famous Bollywood singer was performing at a concert in Chembur when a man (identified to be a local MLA's son) manhandled the singer's team.
Sonu Nigam attacked at concert; Shiv Sena MLA's son booked
Popular playback singer Sonu Nigam and his team were allegedly attacked by a politician's son during a concert in Mumbai's Chembur area. The episode reportedly took place on Monday night, leaving one injured.
World Music Day: Reliving good-ol' days with '90s Indie songs
We '90s and '00s kids did not have memes to entertain us, but witnessing the rise of Indie-pop songs, and listening to their melodious tunes was a great pastime.
Sonu Nigam does not want son to become a singer
Singer Sonu Nigam, who never shies away from speaking his mind, recently opened up about his son's career plans.
Salim Merchant supports Sonu Nigam's claims about the music industry
Actor Sushant Singh Rajput's tragic demise has triggered a huge debate not just in the film industry but also in the music fraternity.
Don't you dare mess with me: Sonu tells Bhushan Kumar
Days after he put out a video blog making serious revelations about how the Indian music industry functions, singer Sonu Nigam has now slammed music label T-Series' head honcho Bhushan Kumar. He warned the 42-year-old music mogul to "not to mess" with him.
You might soon hear about suicides in music industry: Sonu
In the wake of actor Sushant Singh Rajput's tragic demise, singer Sonu Nigam put out a video blog, thereby making some serious revelations about how the music fraternity works and requesting major music labels to be more compassionate towards newcomers.
#Throwback: When a 16-year-old Sonu Nigam sang 'Mahabharat' title song
Sonu Nigam and singing are a match made in heaven.
Sonu Nigam rushed to hospital due to acute back pain
Bollywood singer Sonu Nigam, who was in Nepal for a concert in Pokhara, was rushed to the hospital yesterday after he complained of back pain.
Sona's vomiting on Twitter. I'd like to maintain decorum: Sonu
Singer Sonu Nigam has responded to Sona Mohapatra's tweets against him, saying that though she's "vomiting" on Twitter, he would like to maintain decorum.
#MeToo: Sona Mohapatra slams Sonu Nigam for supporting Anu Malik
Sonu Nigam sparked fresh controversy after he extended support to Anu Malik, who was accused of sexual harassment by multiple women.
#MeToo: Sonu Nigam defends Anu Malik against sexual harassment allegations
Singer Sonu Nigam has come out in support of his music director friend Anu Malik, who was accused of sexual misconduct by several women.
Anti-plastic song by Kirkire, Shaan screened at the United Nations
'Tik Tik Plastic Tik Na Paye Re', a song penned by noted lyricist Swanand Kirkire and composed by singer Shaan was screened at the United Nations in New York as part of its anti-plastic campaign.
'102 Not Out': Amitabh-Rishi are beating the heat with 'Kulfi'
The excitement levels for Amitabh Bachchan and Rishi Kapoor starrer '102 Not Out' are going up by the day. The adorable chemistry of the two superstars is enthralling the audience big time.
Karan Johar celebrates mother Hiroo Johar's birthday with Kajol
The 75th birthday of filmmaker Karan Johar's mother Hiroo turned out to be a memorable affair as Karan Johar and Kajol, who had a fallout in 2016, happily posed for pictures together.
Mumbai: CM Fadnavis, wife sing to save rivers; Opposition fumes
An almost 4-minute long video starting with a concerned Amruta at her residence in Malabar Hill and progressing to show her husband CM Devendra Fadnavis, along with other eminent government officials has drawn ire of Opposition parties.
Azaan controversy: LeT planning the assassination of Sonu Nigam?
In a shocking turn of events, singer Sonu Nigam and two BJP MLAs namely Ram Kadam and Ashish Shelar, have been issued advisory of threat.
#ThatWas2017: 5 controversies that rocked Bollywood in 2017
This year, Bollywood has seen some of the biggest fall-outs and controversies.
Controversy: ICSE textbook depicts mosque as source of noise pollution
An image in a Class VI textbook under the ICSE has created a furore for depicting mosques as a source of noise pollution.
Maulvi offers Rs. 20L for garlanding Nawaz Sharif with shoes
Religious leader Syed Sha Atef Ali Al Quaderi, chairman of All India Minority United Council, has issued a new announcement: a reward of Rs. 20 lakh to anyone who garlands Pakistan PM Nawaz Sharif with a string of shoes and parades him around India.
Assassinations to the Azaan row: Understanding fatwas
Fatwas have been at the centre of eye-catching news stories in recent times, especially in the wake of the Sonu Nigam Azaan controversy. They make for interesting reading material both due to reflection of radicalism in some and the sheer absurdity in certain others.