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Anuj Gurwara
Born (1981-06-09) 9 June 1981 (age 43)
Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India (now in Telangana, India)
Occupation(s) Playback Singer, MC, Actor, Voice Artist, Radio Jockey, Television Show Host
Spouse
Hana Mohsin Khan
(m. 2023)

Anuj Gurwara (born 9 June 1981) is an Indian singer and actor, who has won a Filmfare Award for his singing in the film Magadheera (2009).

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Early life

His father is Yogendra Gurwara, and mother is Jyoti Gurwara.

Anuj did his schooling in Sherwood and later, graduated in Psychology and Advertising from Nizam College, Hyderabad. [1] He was an active part of Arts and Music in school and college.

Career

Anuj started his career working as a copywriter and content developer for various design firms and advertising agencies. After a short stint with a theatre group, he decided to pursue a career in entertainment.

Singer

In 2009 Anuj debuted as playback singer for Tollywood, not knowing how to speak Telugu. Under the direction of M. M. Keeravani, he sang a song, "Panchadara Bomma", for the Telugu film, Magadheera , one of the highest-grossing Telugu films ever. Along with the success of the film, the song, Panchadara Bomma, grew to be a massive hit and established Anuj as a fresh new voice in the world of music. [2] [3] [4] [5]

S. S. Rajamouli, the director of Magadheera, stated in an article - "I opine that Panchadara Bomma is the best song in my career". [6] The song was also declared Top Telugu Song of the year 2009 by various media channels, including newspapers, FM radios and television channels, winning awards across various platforms. [7] [8]

The song "Panchadara Bomma" is said to have singularly generated revenues of over Rs 30 million from mobile phone ringtone downloads, which is said to be a record that no other song in Telugu cinema has yet matched. [9] [10]

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Anuj performing live

Panchadara Bomma also earned Anuj his first ever Filmfare trophy. He was awarded Best Male Playback Singer in a star-studded ceremony in Chennai on 7 August 2010. [11] Anuj's Hindi singing debut happened in 2012, in the form of Makkhi, the dubbed version of the superhit Telugu film, Eega. Apart from singing two songs in then film, he also penned the lyrics for two songs.

In 2019, Anuj released his first ever independent single - Amma Bawa - India's first ever Hyderabadi (Deccani/Dakhni) Pop Song. Composed by Sanket Sane, Anuj wrote and sang the song and released it on Times Music YouTube channel. The song went on to cross the 2 million views mark on YouTube within 9 days of its release, becoming a runaway hit. [12] [13]

Live Performances

Anuj has been actively performing in India and abroad at various corporate shows and public events after his award-winning singing debut.

He has performed across the United States of America to packed audiences. Invited by the Indian associations in various cities, he has set benchmarks with his energetic and fun performances in New York, New Jersey, Washington DC, San Francisco, Sacramento, Phoenix, Detroit, Dallas, San Antonio, Columbus, Philadelphia, Chicago, Bloomington, etc.

With Amitabh Bachchan after hosting the launch of Kaun Banega Crorepati - 2018 Anuj Gurwara Amitabh Bachchan.jpg
With Amitabh Bachchan after hosting the launch of Kaun Banega Crorepati – 2018

Anuj has also performed in Singapore, Malaysia, Mauritius, Kuwait, Istanbul, France, Hong Kong and other countries. [14] [15]

Master of Ceremonies

Being an RJ and an actor, Anuj diversified himself as an MC. From hosting formal events to large parties and concerts, Anuj has established himself as one of the most popular Master of Ceremonies. He has hosted events, big and small, for a large number of corporate companies and Event Managers.[ citation needed ]

Anuj's understanding of the pulse of an event, appropriate sense of humor, smooth integration of various elements, personalised involvement with the crowd and respect to the theme of the event, has made him a preferred MC for various kinds of events. [16] [17]

He hosted the Times Food & Nightlife Awards in 10 cities across India from 2010 to 2020. Anuj was also the MC for all show launches of Sony TV from 2017 to 2022.

Actor - Film and Theatre

In 2003, while pursuing acting, Anuj auditioned and bagged the role of a call-centre supervisor in Nagesh Kukunoor's Hyderabad Blues 2 . [18] After this, Anuj auditioned for Sekhar Kammula. Sekhar had won the National Film Award for his directorial debut in Dollar Dreams . He cast Anuj as the 2nd lead for his film Anand , which released in 2004. Anand was a massive hit and Anuj received good reviews for his part. [19]

After establishing himself as a playback singer in 2010, Anuj played a cameo in S. S. Rajamouli's hit film of 2010 Maryada Ramanna [20] [21]

He has been an active theatre actor in Hyderabad since 1999, as part of various Theatre productions. He has showcased his talent as an actor and received positive reviews for his performance. [22] [23] [24] [25] [26] [27]

Anuj's theatre production - The Open Couple, which he acted in and co-produced as well, earned nominations in five categories at the prestigious Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards 2014, including a Best Actor nomination for him. [28] After performing across the country, [29] the play was also invited to be a part of the National Centre for the Performing Arts' Cheer! Comedy festival, where they performed to a sold-out audience. [30]

He went on to play 3 important characters in Lillete Dubey's acclaimed play - Gauhar, performing on some of the most prestigious stages across India, including Prithvi Theatre, NCPA, Siri Fort Auditorium, Tagore Theatre and many more.

Anuj is also part of cast of The Big Fat City, a cine-play written and directed by Mahesh Dattani for Netflix India. He has also played a part in Kartik Aaryan's film Dhamaka (2021 film), directed by Ram Madhvani.

Radio

In 2005, Anuj auditioned for All India Radio. He was selected and started hosting music-based shows on Yuvavani. Following All India Radio, Anuj worked for Radio Biryani, a private radio program setup that aired on the AIR frequency. [31] [32] That year, Anuj was awarded Best RJ (Hindi) for his show, Naach Meri Jaan. [33] Anuj's joined Radio City 91.1 FM in 2006. The station was setting up in Hyderabad, one of the first private FM stations in the city. [34]

Anuj began hosting an evening drive time show, Recharge, six days a week, from 8:00 pm to 11:00 pm. He played popular Hindi music and maintained high energy, wit and humor throughout the three hours. The show was a hit right in its early days. It struck a chord with the evening listenership that would drive back from work, and as Anuj would say, "recharge" their batteries on their way home. Anuj enjoyed immense popularity through the show. The name stuck with him and he is fondly called RJ "Recharge" Anuj to this day. Anuj shifted to the 5:00–9:00 pm time slot after a year, yet, commanded a dedicated listenership in Hyderabad.

Owing to his personal connect and popularity with listeners, he was awarded "No.1 RJ across All-India Radio City" for the year 2006–07. Anuj was soon shifted to the morning show, The Radio City Breakfast Show, from 7:00 am to 11:00 am, where he, with Shraddha, gave a fun and energetic start to the day. The chirpy, positive and friendly banter between them had Hyderabad tuned in every morning. In February 2008, Anuj was awarded "India's Best Radio Host for 2007-08" in a nationwide search. [35]

Anuj quit Radio City in July 2008, after the station changed its language mix to a more regional sound.

Podcast

In 2021, Anuj published his own podcast - EdTalk with Anuj! A talk-show series focused on conversations around the Education system in India. [36]

He is also the voice of Bhoot Bhulaiya - a horror podcast released in 2023. Produced by Kommune, it is based on stories by Jatin Bhasin. [37]

Television (VJ)

In February 2006, Anuj became a VJ with SS Music. He won the VJ Factor 2, a hunt for VJs in South India. Out of about 5000 people who competed, Anuj was one of the four winners. [38] [39] It was a short-lived role as Anuj got an opportunity in Radio City, Hyderabad soon after. [40]

Travel show host

Anuj hosted a travel-based television show called Road To Paradise, on Travel Trendz TV, [41] in 2011. The show, in English and Hindi, was based on an adventure-exploration theme, where Anuj rode a bike across India, followed by two cameras, exploring hidden locales, tourist spots, music, dance, food and culture. [42]

Voice work and writing

Anuj Gurwara is a freelance voice-over artist and script writer for various ad films, radio spots, documentaries, films, training modules and e-learning projects. In 2009, Gurwara became part of India's first ever PlayStation 2 game, Hanuman, as the voice of Hanuman in Hindi and English. [43] He also regularly dubs for characters in films.

As writer and dubbing incharge, one of Gurwara's major projects was the entire language conversion of the Telugu film Eega into its Hindi version, Makkhi . Anuj was responsible for writing the Hindi version of the film, casting voice actors as well as directing the entire dub of the film, apart from dubbing for the main lead, played by Nani. Anuj also sang two songs, while debuting as lyricist for two songs. [44]

Makkhi was a highly successful film, and Anuj received praise and reviews for its high-quality dubbing. [45] [46]

Anuj is the official Hindi voice of the Marvel Superhero Falcon. He has dubbed for Falcon's voice in all of Marvel superhero films where the character appears.

He occasionally writes columns for newspapers as well. [47]

Personal life

In October 2023, Anuj married Hana Mohsin Khan.

Discography (Singer)

YearFilmSongComposerLanguageNotes
2009 Magadheera Panchadara Bomma M. M. Keeravani Telugu 57th Filmfare Awards South Award (Best Singer) [48]
MAA TV's CineMAA Awards (Best Singer)
South Scope Cinema Award (Best Singer)
Big 92.7FM Music Awards (Best Singer)
Big 92.7FM Music Awards (Song of the Year)
Mirchi Music Awards (Song of the Year)
Radio City 91.1FM Awards (Best Singer)
Radio City 91.1FM Awards (Song of the Year)
Aalapana Music Awards (Best Singer)
Pravarakhyudu Emaipoyano (O My Love) M. M. Keeravani Telugu
2010 Young India Young India M. M. Keeravani Telugu
Vedam Prapancham Naaventosthunte M. M. Keeravani Telugu
Bheemili Kabaddi Jattu Nidadholu Pilla (Jathara Song) V. Selvaganesh Telugu
BadmashNinna Monna Vandemataram Srinivas Telugu
Jhummandi Naadam Yem Sakkagunavro M. M. Keeravani Telugu
Adi NuvveNuvvantene IshtamJeevan ThomasTelugu
GraduateNinnala Nenu LenuSandeepTelugu
26 KingstonNee Vallu JadaloVishnuTelugu
2011 Anaganaga O Dheerudu Ninnu Chudani M. M. Keeravani Telugu
Prema KavaliListen to My Heart Anoop Rubens Telugu
ATMNuvve NuvveSukumarTelugu
Badrinaath Ambadari (Remix) M. M. Keeravani Telugu
Brahmigaadi KathaCheppaleni Maatayedho Koti Telugu
2012 SMS (Shiva Manasulo Shruti) "Chikki Chikki Baby V. Selvaganesh Telugu
Eega Lava Lava M. M. Keeravani Telugu
TelugabbayiChurakathilantiMejo JosephTelugu
MakkhiThoda Hans Ke MM Kreem HindiHindi Singing Debut
MakkhiLava Lava MM Kreem HindiHindi Singing Debut
2019Independent SingleAmma BawaSanket SaneDakhniIndia's first ever Hyderabadi Pop Song. Anuj's debut as an independent singer-songwriter.
2021Independent SingleTujh Jaisa Na KoiRishabh RaviHindi
2023Independent SingleBas Paanch MinuteRishabh RaviHindi

Discography (Lyricist)

YearFilmSongSingerComposerLanguageNotes
2012Makkhi"Thoda Hans Ke"Anuj Gurwara MM Kreem HindiDebut
"Sapnon Ki Ek" Kaala Bhairava MM Kreem HindiDebut
2019Independent SingleAmma BawaAnuj GurwaraSanket SaneHyderabadiDebut as independent singer-songwriter.
2021Independent SingleTujh Jaisa Na KoiAnuj GurwaraRishabh RaviHindi
2023Independent SingleBas Paanch MinuteAnuj GurwaraRishabh RaviHindi

Filmography (Actor)

Films & Television

YearShowRoleLanguagePlatform
2004 Hyderabad Blues 2 AzamHindi/EnglishCinema
2004 Anand Rahul AgarwalTeluguCinema
2004CentipedeRaviEnglishCinema
2005 Tango Charlie SoldierHindiCinema
2010 Maryada Ramanna GhanshyamdasTeluguCinema
2013Daanav HuntersSchool TeacherHindi EPIC
2012Road To ParadiseTravel Show HostEnglishTravel Trendz TV
2016 24 (season 2)Hotel GuestHindi Colors TV
2017The Big Fat CityMuraliHindi Zee5
2021 Dhamaka Manas SethiHindi Netflix
2022 Anya's Tutorial AnujTelugu aha
2024 Bhamakalapam 2 Antony Loboaha [49]

Filmography (Dialogue Writer)

YearFilmDirectorLanguageReleaseNotes
2012 Makkhi S. S. Rajamouli HindiOctober 2012Dubbed version of Eega and also dubbed for Nani [50]
2022 RRR S. S. Rajamouli HindiMarch 2022Hindi Language Consultant

Theatrical Productions (Actor)

YearPlayDirectorProduction
1999Maharshi Pingali's SparshMaharshi PingaliSpirare
2001Shards (a compilation)Noel Naveen RajThe Theatre Buffs
2002 Neil Simon's The Good Doctor – seriesArvind MittalExpressions
2002 Neil Simon's God's Favorite Pranava SinghalDramatic Circle Hyderabad
2003David Ives' Sure Thing Shriti KhandelwalThe Manna Makers
2003 Erich Segal's Love Story – a readingShriti KhandelwalThe Manna Makers
2003 Jean-Paul Sartre's The Respectful Prostitute Shriti KhandelwalThe Manna Makers
2008Joh Mann's Karaoke KillerMala PashaThe Torn Curtains
2008 Farrukh Dhondy's BolloxPranava SinghalDramatic Circle Hyderabad
2008Vaishali Bisht's Write, Rite & RightVaishali BishtVaishali Bisht Theatre Workshop
2008 Alan Bennett's Habeas Corpus Pranava SinghalDramatic Circle Hyderabad
2009 Hugh Leonard's PizzazzRK ShenoyDramanon
2009 Woody Allen's God – a readingVijay MarurThe Little Theatre
2010 Jack Richardson's Gallows HumorVaishali BishtVaishali Bisht Theatre Workshop
2013 Dario Fo's The Open Couple Faraz Khan71mm
2015–2016 Mahesh Dattani's Gauhar Jaan Lillete Dubey Primetime Theatre Co.

Dubbing career

He is known for dubbing for Anthony Mackie as Sam Wilson / Falcon in Marvel Cinematic Universe films in Hindi.

Dubbing roles

Live action television series

Program titleActorCharacterDub languageOriginal languageOriginal airdateDubbed airdateNotes
House of Cards Mahershala Ali Remy DantonHindiEnglish1 February 2013 – presentHindi version available on Netflix India.
The Falcon and The Winter Soldier Anthony Mackie Sam Wilson (Marvel Cinematic Universe) HindiEnglish19 March 2021 - April 2021Hindi version available on Disney+ Hotstar

Live action films

Film titleActorCharacterDub languageOriginal languageOriginal year releaseDub year releaseNotes
FM Fun Aur Masti HussainDakhniDakhni2007
Eega Nani Nani (Jani in Hindi version)HindiTelugu20122012The Hindi dub was titled Makkhi.
Anuj was also the Dubbing Director, Script Writer, Lyricist, and Playback Singer in the Hindi version.
Hindi dubbing performed alongside Sravana Bhargavi, who voiced Samantha Akkineni as Bindu, and Sudeep, who voiced himself as Sudeep in Hindi.
The Admiral: Roaring Currents Unknown actorUnknown characterHindi
English
Korean
Japanese
20142014
Roar: Tigers of the Sundarbans Aadil ChahalKashmiriEnglishHindi20142014
Jason Bourne Ato Essandoh Craig JeffersHindiEnglish20162016
Morgan Boyd Holbrook Skip VronskyHindiEnglish20162016
Ghostbusters Chris Hemsworth Kevin BeckmanHindiEnglish20162016
Passengers Michael Sheen ArthurHindiEnglish20162016
Star Wars: The Last Jedi John Boyega Finn HindiEnglish20172017 Damandeep Singh Baggan dubbed this character in the previous film in this series.
Captain America: The Winter Soldier Anthony Mackie Sam Wilson / Falcon HindiEnglish20142014Performed alongside Joy Sengupta, who voiced Chris Evans as Steve Rogers / Captain America, and Manish Wadhwa, who voiced Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes / Winter Soldier in Hindi.
Avengers: Age of Ultron Anthony Mackie Sam Wilson / Falcon HindiEnglish20152015Performed alongside Joy Sengupta, who voiced Chris Evans as Steve Rogers / Captain America in Hindi.
Ant-Man Anthony Mackie Sam Wilson / Falcon HindiEnglish20152015Performed alongside Sahil Vaid, who voiced Paul Rudd as Scott Lang / Ant-Man in Hindi.
Captain America: Civil War Anthony Mackie Sam Wilson / Falcon HindiEnglish20162016Performed alongside Manish Wadhwa, who voiced Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes / Winter Soldier, and Sumit Kaul, who voiced Chadwick Boseman as T'Challa / Black Panther in Hindi.
Poorna: Courage Has No Limit NewsreaderHindiHindi20172017
Avengers: Infinity War Anthony Mackie Sam Wilson / Falcon HindiEnglish20182018Performed alongside Joy Sengupta, who voiced Chris Evans as Steve Rogers / Captain America, and Manish Wadhwa, who voiced Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes / Winter Soldier in Hindi.
Avengers: Endgame Anthony Mackie Sam Wilson / Falcon HindiEnglish20192019Performed alongside Joy Sengupta, who voiced Chris Evans as Steve Rogers / Captain America, and Manish Wadhwa, who voiced Sebastian Stan as Bucky Barnes / Winter Soldier in Hindi.
RRR Edward Sonnenblick EdwardHindiTelugu20222022Hindi Language consultant for the film
777 Charlie Danish Sait Karshan RoyHindi, Telugu, Tamil, MalayalamKannada20222022
Vijayanand Hindi, TeluguKannada20222022
Music School (film) Shaan (singer) AlbertHindi20232023

Radio Shows

YearStationShow NameTime
2005 All India Radio Yuvavani English
2005Radio BiryaniNaach Meri Jaan
Aashiq Awara
2006–2008 Radio City 91.1FM Recharge!Mon-Sat 8:00–11:00pm
City JoyrideMon-Sat 5:00–7:00pm
The Radio City Breakfast ShowMon-Sat 7:00–11:00am
The Great Indian CountdownSaturdays, 7:00–9:00pm
2012–2013Radiowalla.inMatinee MasalaMondays 12noon-3pm

Podcasts

YearTitleTopicLanguageProducerNotes
2022EdTalk with Anuj!EducationEnglishAnuj Gurwara
2023Bhoot BhulaiyaHorror StoriesHindi, EnglishKommuneVoice: Anuj Gurwara | Stories: Jatin Bhasin | Writer: Deepti Mittal

Awards

Playback singing

Recognition

Radio jockey

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