Shankar Mahadevan, born on March 3, 1967, is a highly acclaimed Indian singer and music composer known for his contributions to the Indian music industry. With a background in classical music, he hails from Chembur, Mumbai. Shankar started his musical journey at a young age and received formal training in classical music.
He gained widespread recognition as part of the Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy trio, a renowned music composing trio in Bollywood. They created numerous hit songs across various genres, enhancing the musical landscape of Indian cinema.
Apart from film music, Shankar Mahadevan is respected for his versatility and has delved into various musical genres, including devotional, folk, and fusion music. He has released several albums showcasing his vocal prowess and musical innovation.
| Name | Shankar Mahadevan |
|---|---|
| Also Known as | Shanka |
| Date of Birth | 03/03/1967 |
| Current Residence | Mumbai |
| Religion | Hindu |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Height | 168 CM |
| Spouse | Sangeeta |
| Children | Siddharth Mahadevan, Shivam Mahadevan |
| Debut Movies | |
|---|---|
| Language | Movie Name |
| Hindi | Breathless |
| Awards List | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year | Award | Category | Movie Name | |
| 2006 | Filmfare | Best Music | Bunty Aur Babli | |
| 2015 | Awards of the International Indian Film Academy | Best Music Director | 2 States | |
| 2004 | Filmfare | Best Music Director | Kal Ho Naa Ho | |
| 2002 | Filmfare | Best Music Director | Dil Chahta Hai | |
| 2014 | Awards of the International Indian Film Academy | Best Music Director | Bhaag Milkha Bhaag | |
| 2011 | Awards of the International Indian Film Academy | Best Background Score | My Name Is Khan | |
| 2004 | Awards of the International Indian Film Academy | Best Music Director | Kal Ho Naa Ho | |
| 2004 | Awards of the International Indian Film Academy | Best Background Score | Kal Ho Naa Ho | |
| 2013 | National Film Awards | Best Male Playback Singer | Chittagong | |
| 2008 | National Film Awards | Best Male Playback Singer | Like Stars on Earth | |
| 2004 | National Film Awards | Best Music Direction | Kal Ho Naa Ho | |
| 2001 | National Film Awards | Best Male Playback Singer | Kandukondain Kandukondain | |
| 2009 | Apsara Film Producers Guild Awards | Best Male Playback Singer | Like Stars on Earth | |
| 2006 | Apsara Film Producers Guild Awards | Best Male Playback Singer | Bunty Aur Babli | |
| 2004 | Bollywood Awards | Best Male Playback Singer | Kal Ho Naa Ho | |
| 2002 | Bollywood Awards | Best Male Playback Singer | Dil Chahta Hai | |
| 2004 | Sansui Viewer's Choice Awards | Best Music Direction | Kal Ho Naa Ho | |
| 2006 | Filmfare Awards South | Best Male Playback Singer | Nuvvostanante Nenoddantana | |
| 2015 | Mirchi Music Awards | Best Music Composer Of The Year | 2 States | |
| 2015 | Mirchi Music Awards | Album of the Year | 2 States | |
| 2014 | Mirchi Music Awards | Song Representing Sufi Tradition | Bhaag Milkha Bhaag | |
| 2012 | Mirchi Music Awards | Best Song of the Year | Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara | |
| 2010 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Best Singer | Rang Badalti Odhani | |
| 2011 | Mirchi Music Awards | Best Programmer & Arranger | My Name Is Khan | |
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