Yo Yo Honey Singh, also known as Hirdesh Singh, is an Indian singer, rapper, music producer, and actor. He gained widespread popularity in the Indian music industry in the late 2000s and early 2010s with his catchy tunes and rap style.
Honey Singh was born on March 15, 1983, in Hoshiarpur, Punjab, India. He completed his schooling in Delhi and later pursued a degree in music from the prestigious Trinity School in the United Kingdom.
Honey Singh’s breakthrough came with his album “International Villager” in 2011, which featured the hit tracks “Angreji Beat” and “Brown Rang.” He became a prominent figure in Bollywood as well and composed and performed songs for numerous films, including “Lungi Dance” from the film “Chennai Express” and “Party All Night” from “Boss.”
Despite his success, Honey Singh faced criticism for the explicit and sometimes controversial lyrics in his songs. He took a break from the music scene in 2014 to focus on his health and deal with personal issues.
After a hiatus of almost two years, Honey Singh made a comeback in 2018 with the song “Dil Chori” from the film “Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety.” Since then, he has released several popular tracks, including “Makhna,” “Gur Nalo Ishq Mitha,” and “Loca.”
Honey Singh’s unique blend of Punjabi and rap music, coupled with his energetic performances,
has earned him a significant fan following. He is often credited with popularizing the rap genre in the Indian music industry and has inspired many aspiring artists.
In addition to his music career, Honey Singh has also ventured into acting. He made his acting debut with the Punjabi film “Mirza – The Untold Story” in 2012 and has since appeared in movies like “The Xpose” and “Zorawar.”
Yo Yo Honey Singh continues to be a prominent figure in the Indian music industry, collaborating with various artists and entertaining audiences with his lively performances.
Name | Yo Yo Honey Singh |
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Date of Birth | 15/03/1983 |
Current Residence | Mumbai |
Religion | Sikhism |
Nationality | Indian |
Height | 173 CM |
Hobbies | Listening to Music, Dancing |
Father | Sardaar Sarabjit Singh |
Mother | Bhupinder Kaur |
Sibling | Sneha Singh. |
Spouse | Shalini Talwar (m. 2011; div. 2022) |
Educational Qualification | Graduate |
College (s) | Trinity College of Music |
School (s) | Guru Nanak Public School |
Debut Movies | |
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Language | Movie Name |
Hindi | Glassy |
Awards List | ||||
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Year | Award | Category | Movie Name | |
2010 | PTC Punjabi | Best Music Director | Desi Daroo | |
2011 | PTC Punjabi | Best Music Director | The Folkstar | |
2012 | PTC Punjabi | Best Music Director | International Villager | |
2012 | BritAsia TV Music Awards | Best International Act |