Kumar Sanu, born as Kedarnath Bhattacharya on October 20, 1957, is an acclaimed Indian playback singer prominent in Hindi cinema. His singing prowess extends to various languages like Bengali, Marathi, Nepali, Telugu, and more. Renowned for his melodious voice, he holds a Guinness World Record for recording the most songs in a day and won five consecutive Filmfare Awards for Best Male Playback Singer from 1991 to 1995.
His breakthrough came with the movie “Aashiqui” (1990), earning him his initial Filmfare Award.
Sanu’s collaboration with Kalyanji-Anandji and his tribute to Kishore Kumar inspired the change in his name to Kumar Sanu. He continued to deliver chart-topping songs in movies like “Saajan,” “Deewana,” “Baazigar,” and “1942: A Love Story,” earning consecutive Filmfare Awards.
Recognized with the Padma Shri in 2009, Kumar Sanu’s contributions to Indian music remain influential, with many of his tracks gracing BBC’s “Top 40 Bollywood Soundtracks.” His journey stands as a testament to his remarkable vocal talent and immense contribution to the world of Hindi film music
| Name | Kumar Sanu |
|---|---|
| Also Known as | Kedarnath Bhattacharya |
| Date of Birth | 20/10/1957 |
| Religion | Hindu |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Height | 167 CM |
| Father | Pashupati Bhattacharya |
| Spouse | Saloni Bhattacharya |
| Debut Movies | |
|---|---|
| Language | Movie Name |
| Hindi | Hero Hirala |
| Awards List | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Award | Category | Movie Name | |
| 1995 | Channel V Award | Best Male Playback Singer | Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge | |
| 2000 | Kalashree Award | Best Playback Singer Male | Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai | |
| 1991 | Filmfare Awards | Best Playback Singer Male | Aashiqui | |
| 1992 | Filmfare Awards | Best Playback Singer Male | Saajan | |
| 1993 | Filmfare Awards | Best Playback Singer Male | Deewana | |
| 1994 | Filmfare Awards | Best Playback Singer Male | Baazigar | |
| 1995 | Filmfare Awards | Best Playback Singer Male | 1942: A Love Story | |
| 1996 | BFJA Award | Best Playback Singer Male | Lathi | |
| 1997 | BFJA Award | Best Playback Singer Male | Kencho Khurte Keote | |
| 1995 | Channel V Award | Best Playback Singer Male | Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge | |
| 1995 | Ashirwad Award | Best Playback Singer Male | 1942: A Love Story | |
| 1995 | Screen Awards | Best Playback Singer Male | 1942: A Love Story | |
| 1993 | Guinness World Records | Most number of songs recorded in a day | 1942: A Love Story | |
| 1998 | Anandalok Awards | Best Playback Singer Male | Gane Bhuban Bhoriye Debo | |
| 1998 | Lions' Club Gold Award | Best Playback Singer Male | Kuch Kuch Hota Hai | |
| 1999 | Kalakar Awards | Best Playback Singer Male | Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam | |
| 1999 | Zee Gold Awards | Best Playback Singer Male | Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam | |
| 2003 | Bollywood Music Award | Best Artist of the Decade | ||
| 2000 | Hero Honda Award | Best Playback Singer Male | Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai | |
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