Alka Yagnik, born on March 20, 1966, in Kolkata, India, is a renowned playback singer known for her enchanting voice in Bollywood. Her musical journey began early, and she made her playback singing debut at the age of six in the film “Payal Ki Jhankaar.”
Alka Yagnik rose to fame in the 1980s and ’90s, becoming one of the most prolific and versatile female playback singers in Hindi cinema. Her melodious voice and versatility allowed her to sing various genres, from romantic ballads to upbeat tracks, earning her immense popularity.
Over her illustrious career, she has sung numerous chart-topping songs in Bollywood, collaborating with renowned music directors and singers. Some of her iconic tracks include “Ek Do Teen,” “Dilbar Dilbar,” and “Humko Humise Chura Lo.”
Name | Alka Yagnik |
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Date of Birth | 20/03/1966 |
Current Residence | Mumbai |
Religion | Hindu |
Nationality | Indian |
Height | 168 CM |
Hobbies | Singing, Cooking |
Father | Dharmendra Shankar |
Mother | Shubha |
Spouse | Neeraj Kapoor |
School (s) | Modern High School |
Debut Movies | |
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Language | Movie Name |
Hindi | Payal Ki Jhankaar |
Awards List | ||||
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Year | Award | Category | Movie Name | |
1988 | Filmfare | Best Female Playback Singer | Tezaab | |
1993 | Filmfare | Best Female Playback Singer | Khalnayak | |
1998 | Filmfare Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Pardes | |
2000 | Filmfare Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Taal | |
2001 | Filmfare Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Dhadkan | |
2002 | Filmfare Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Lagaan | |
2005 | Filmfare Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Hum Tum | |
1993 | National Film Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke | |
1998 | National Film Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Kuch Kuch Hota Hai | |
1999 | Bollywood Movie Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Kuch Kuch Hota Hai | |
2001 | Bollywood Movie Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai | |
2002 | Bollywood Movie Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Ashoka | |
2007 | Bollywood Movie Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna | |
2007 | Global Indian Film Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna | |
1999 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Kuch Kuch Hota Hai | |
2001 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai | |
2007 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna | |
1996 | Screen Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Haqeeqat | |
2001 | Screen Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Refugee | |
2005 | Screen Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Kasoor | |
2000 | International Indian Film Academy Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Taal | |
2001 | International Indian Film Academy Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai | |
1999 | Sansui Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Kuch Kuch Hota Hai | |
2004 | Sansui Awards | Best Female Playback Singer | Tere Naam |