Sonu Nigam Biography: Songs, Age, Net Worth, Wife, Instagram, Wiki, Children, Height
December 25, 2024Sonu Nigam is an Indian playback singer, music director, and actor renowned for his versatile vocal abilities and contributions to the Indian music industry.
In 1995, he gained widespread recognition with his rendition of “Achha Sila Diya Tune” from the film Bewafa Sanam.
Over the years, he has delivered numerous hit songs across various genres, solidifying his position as a prominent figure in Indian music.
Profile
- Full name: Sonu Kumar Nigam
- Date of birth: July 30, 1973
- Age: 51 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Faridabad, Haryana, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Profession: Playback singer, music director, actor, and television personality
- Height: 1.70 m
- Parents: Agam Kumar Nigam, Shobha Nigam
- Siblings: Two sisters – Meenal Nigam ,Nikita Nigam
- Spouse: Madhurima Nigam
- Children: Son – Neevan Nigam
- Relationship status: Married
- Religion: Hinduism
- Ethnicity: Indian
- Net worth: USD 8 million
Early Life and Education
Sonu Nigam is now at the age of 51. He was born on July 30, 1973, in Faridabad, Haryana, India.
His father, Agam Kumar Nigam, and mother, Shobha Nigam, were both singers, influencing his early music exposure.
He has two sisters, Meenal and Nikita. Sonu completed his schooling at J.D. Tytler School in Delhi and pursued his graduation from Delhi University.
In 1990, at 17, he moved to Mumbai to pursue a career in playback singing. He trained under the guidance of Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan and other maestros to hone his skills.
Personal Life
Sonu Nigam married Madhurima Banerjee on February 15, 2002. The couple has a son, Neevan Nigam, born on July 27, 2007.
They have maintained a relatively private personal life, focusing on their family and professional commitments. There have been no public reports of divorces or extramarital affairs.
Career
Sonu Nigam began his career in the early 1990s, initially struggling to find opportunities in the competitive Bollywood music industry.
His breakthrough came with the song “Achha Sila Diya Tune” from Bewafa Sanam in 1995. He continued to deliver hit songs such as “Sandese Aate Hai” from Border (1997), “Yeh Dil Deewana” from Pardes (1997), and “Kal Ho Naa Ho” from the film of the same name (2003).
His versatility allowed him to experiment with various genres, including classical, pop, and ghazals. In addition to playback singing, Sonu has acted in films and hosted television shows, further establishing his presence in the entertainment industry.
Awards
- National Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer for “Kal Ho Naa Ho” (2003)
- Filmfare Award for Best Male Playback Singer for “Kal Ho Naa Ho” (2003)
- Filmfare Award for Best Male Playback Singer for “Saathiya” (2002)
- IIFA Award for Best Male Playback Singer for “Kal Ho Naa Ho” (2003)
- Zee Cine Award for Best Male Playback Singer for “Abhi Mujh Mein Kahin” (2012)
Net Worth
Sonu Nigam’s net worth is estimated at USD 8 million.
His wealth is primarily accumulated through his successful career as a playback singer, which has earned him earnings from numerous hit songs across various Indian languages.
Social Media
- Instagram: @sonunigamofficial
- Twitter: @iSonuNigam
Filmography
- Jaani Dushman: Ek Anokhi Kahani (2002)
- Kaash Aap Hamare Hote (2003)
- Kaal (2005)
- Love in Nepal (2004)
- Kshatriya (1993)
- Taqdeer (1983)
Discography
- Deewana (1999)
- Classically Mild (2008)
- Rafi Resurrected (2008)
- Chanda Ki Doli (2010)
- Punjabi Please (2008)
- Rudhrashtakam (2020)
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