Mika Singh

Mika Singh, born Amrik Singh on June 10, 1977, in Durgapur, West Bengal, is a prominent Indian singer, rapper, musician, composer, and actor. He comes from a musical family, with his father, Ajmer Singh, being a classical musician and his mother, Balbir Kaur, a scholar of folk music. Notably, he is the younger brother of the renowned Punjabi pop singer Daler Mehndi. Mika began his musical journey at a young age, learning instruments like the tabla, harmonium, and guitar.

His career took off with his debut album "Sawan Mein Lag Gayee Aag" in 1998, which was an instant hit. Since then, he has delivered numerous chart-topping songs in Bollywood, making him one of the most recognizable voices in the industry. Some of his most popular tracks include "Bas Ek King" (Singh Is Kinng), "Mauja Hi Mauja" (Jab We Met), "Dhinka Chika" (Ready), "Chinta Ta Chita Chita" (Rowdy Rathore), and "Jumme Ki Raat" (Kick). He has also released several successful solo albums.

Beyond playback singing, Mika Singh has also ventured into acting, appearing in films like "Loot" (2011) and "Balwinder Singh Famous Ho Gaya" (2014). He has also been a familiar face on television, serving as a judge and mentor on various music reality shows.

Throughout his career, Mika Singh has been recognized with awards for his contributions to music, including several Zee Cine Awards and Indian Television Academy Awards. Despite his success, Mika Singh has also been involved in several controversies, including a highly publicized incident with Rakhi Sawant in 2006, a hit-and-run case in 2011, and a controversy regarding a performance in Pakistan in 2019 which led to a temporary ban. He has often openly discussed his opinions on various industry matters, including award shows.