Shashwat Singh

Shashwat Singh
Shashwat Singh
Background information
Born	(1990-10-16) 16 October 1990 (age 34) Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India
Genres	Pop, Indie Rock, Classical
Occupation(s)	Playback Singer, POP Singer, Live Performer
Instrument(s)	Vocals,Guitar, Piano
Labels	SaReGaMa,TIMES Music, Tips Music

Shashwat Singh (born 1990) is an Indian playback singer and singer-songwriter known for his work in the Hindi film industry. He was born in Allahabad (now Prayagraj), Uttar Pradesh, India. Singh made his Bollywood playback singing debut with the song Wat Wat Wat from the 2015 film Tamasha. ^[1]

He gained recognition for playback singing in several Bollywood movie songs, including Ruby Ruby from Sanju, Haan Main Galat from Love Aaj Kal, Sarsariya from Mohenjo Daro ^[2] , Alizeh from Ae Dil Hai Mushkil, Show Me The Thumka from Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar ^{[3] [4]} , and Mere Sawaal Ka from Shehzada ^{[5] [6]} , De Taali from Bhool Bhulaiya 2 among others. In 2020 Shashwat sung five songs under the music direction of A. R. Rahman for the film 99 Songs. ^{[7] [8]}

In addition to his work in Hindi cinema, Singh has also recorded Bengali, Telugu songs in recent years. ^[9] Along with playback singing he also performs live with his band in live concerts and events. ^{[10] [11]}

Early Life

Shashwat’s family, comprising doctors and teachers, encouraged his vast interest and passion for music from an early age. His alma mater is St.Joseph’s College, Allahabad. During this period, Shashwat started taking acoustic guitar lessons and then went on to learn Hindustani classical flute under the guidance of Sappan Prasanna. He also holds a B.Com degree from Allahabad University. According to Shashwat his real musical journey began with formal Western classical training at A.R. Rahman's KM Music Conservatory in Chennai ^[12] . While in Chennai he also took Carnatic vocal lessons. ^[13]

Career

Shashwat's first viral moment came with his YouTube release with multi-instrumentalist/Singer songwriter, Shankar Tucker. Shashwat Singh’s Bollywood debut was a dream come true, singing the track Wat Wat Wat for the film Tamasha, starring Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone. ^[14] This breakthrough opportunity paved the way for collaborations with renowned music directors like Pritam ^{[15] [16]} , Sachin-Jigar, Amit Trivedi, Salim-Sulaiman, Mithoon and A.R. Rahman. ^[17]

Discography

Film Songs ^[18]

2015

• ⁠"Wat Wat Wat" from the film Tamasha
• "Vazhvom Thazhvom" from the film Madhura Naranga
• "Oh Thirayukayano" from the film Madhura Naranga

2016

• ⁠"Sarsariya" from the film Mohenjo Daro ^[19]
• "Alizeh" from the film Ae Dil Hai Mushkil
• "Kaalam Yen kadhali" from the film '24’

2018

• ⁠"Ruby Ruby" from the film Sanju ^{[20] [21]}

2019

• ⁠⁠"Peg Sheg" from the film Bhangra Paa Le
• "Ho Ja Rangeela Re" from the film Bhangra Paa Le
• "Pink Gulabi Sky(Title)" from the film The Sky Is Pink
• "Trippy Lage" from the film Password ^[22]

2020

• ⁠"Haan Main Galat" from the film Love Aaj Kal ^[23]
• "O Aashiqa" from the film 99 Songs ^[24]
• "Sofia" from the film 99 Songs ^[25]
• "Teri Nazar" from the film 99 Songs
• "Jwalamukhi" from the film 99 Songs
• "Nayi Nayi" from the film 99 Songs
• ⁠"Mile Sur" from the film Street Dancer 3D

2021

• ⁠⁠"Mann Kesar Kesar" from the film Meenakshi Sundareshwar
• "Tere Siva Jag Mein" from the film Tadap

2022

• "Kesariya- Dance Mix" from the film Bramhastra ^{[26] [27]}
• "De Taali" from the film Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2
• "Ishq Karu" from the film Sita Ramam
• "Dil Se Dil" from the film Sita Ramam
• ⁠⁠"Gaya Gaya Gaya" from the film Chup
• "Nee Unarneedu" from the movie 83
• "Nee Ezhundhidhu" from the movie 83
• "Nee Saadhisabeku" from the movie 83

2023

• ⁠"Show Me The Thumka" from the film Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar along with Sunidhi Chauhan. ^{[28] [29] [30]}
• "Mere Sawaal Ka" from the film Shehzada
• "Tumi Amari Hobe" from the film Manush
• ⁠⁠"Kamaal Se Kamaal Ye” from the film Virupaksha

2024

• ⁠⁠⁠"Saregama carvaan Medley" from the film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
• ⁠⁠"Abhi Na Jao Chhod Kar-Film Version 2" from the film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
• ⁠⁠⁠"Nikat-Dance Version" from the film Kill
• ⁠⁠"Ek Ladki Bheegi Bhagi Si" from the film Kahan Shuru Kahan Khattam ^[31]
• ⁠⁠"Boomerang” form the movie Boomerang

2025

• ⁠⁠"Amake Khunje Pabe" from the Bengali film Oporichito

Non-Film Songs

2014

• ⁠"A Friend in Need Is a Friend Indeed"

2015

• ⁠"Mata Saraswati"

2017

• ⁠"Kyun (feat. Nikhita Gandhi)"

2018

• ⁠ ⁠⁠"Aa dekhe Zara”

2020

• ⁠⁠"Mawaali Dil"
• ⁠"Yun Kyun"
• ⁠"Na Ja Tu" Feature artist with Dhvani Bhanushali ^[32]
• "Albela (feat. Rishabh Shankar)"
• ⁠⁠"Aage Ki Soch”

2021

• ⁠"Hook Ho Gaya Hoon"
• ⁠ ⁠"Jannat"
• ⁠ ⁠⁠"Mahamrutyunjay Mantra 108 Times"
• ⁠ ⁠⁠"Paau Kahaa"
• ⁠ ⁠⁠"Khud ko Hi Paake”
• ⁠ ⁠⁠"Ho Khattam Kabhi Na”
• ⁠ ⁠⁠"Meherma” with Jonita Gandhi (Music By Samira Kopikar) ^[33]

2022

• ⁠ ⁠⁠"Kiska Rasta Dekhe (The Unwind Mix)"
• ⁠ ⁠⁠"Phad Mera Hath” with Jam8
• "Janina Bhalolaga" with Nikhita Gandhi ^[34]

2023

• ⁠"Khidkiyaan" ^[35]
• ⁠⁠⁠"Takna”
• ⁠⁠"Sun Janiya”
• ⁠⁠⁠"Beliya”
• "Kala Doriyan" with Nikhita Gandhi from the album 'Big Band Theory' by Akriti Kakkar. ^[36]

2024

• ⁠"Faasley” With Merchant Records
• ⁠ ⁠"jaage re jaage Naina”

2025

• ⁠"Ji Huzoor” With Jhankar Music
• ⁠ "Talab” With Unbound Recordz
• ⁠⁠"Tujhpe Vari Vari” With TIMES Music
• ⁠ ⁠⁠"Burai” with SaReGaMa ^{[37] [38] [39]}
• ⁠ ⁠⁠"Jachhe Mujhe” with Tips Music ^[40]

Awards

• Best Singer-Male [ Iconic Gold Awards], [2024] ^{[41] [42]}

Personal Life

Shashwat singh is the son of Rashmi Singh and Dr. Birendra Lal Singh. He is the third and the youngest child in the family. His eldest sibling is his brother, Rishabh Singh. Shashwat Singh’s elder sister, Nidhi Singh is an Indian television and film actress. She is known for her character as Tanya Nagpal in Permanent Roommates, an Indian web series created by The Viral Fever. In 2018 she appeared as Ayesha Kumar in the film Dil Juunglee alongside Taapsee Pannu and Saqib Saleem. She made her debut through a multilingual short film Khuli Khidki in 2013. Nidhi was nominated for the Indian Television Academy Award for Best Actress at the ITA Awards.

References

1. "'Arijit Could Have Sung It Solo, But...': Shashwat Singh On 'Wat Wat Wat' And His New Track 'Burai' | Exclusive". News18.
2. Sarkar, Prarthna (2016-08-04). "Interview: 'Sarsariya' singer Shashwat Singh on 'Mohenjo Daro' album, being Hrithik Roshan's voice and more". www.ibtimes.co.in. Retrieved 2025-02-27.
3. "Show Me The Thumka Singer Shashwat Singh on Touring with Arijit Singh, Juggling Bollywood and Indie Music | Exclusive". News18.
4. "Singer Shashwat Singh: Ranbir Kapoor has a flavour of his own; I am glad to have been his voice in multiple movies - Exclusive". March 28, 2023 – via The Economic Times - The Times of India.
5. Khullar, Muskan (March 7, 2023). "EXCL: 'There's so much to take from the ocean' Shashwat Singh on being mentored by AR Rahman". Indulgexpress.
6. Hungama, Bollywood (2023-03-14). "EXCLUSIVE: 'Show Me The Thumka' singer Shashwat Singh: "Remixes work because of their recall value" : Bollywood News - Bollywood Hungama" . Retrieved 2025-02-28.
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9. "There are talented composers in Bengal & I would be thrilled to collaborate with them: Shashwat Singh". February 10, 2025 – via The Economic Times - The Times of India.
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27. "Watch Kesariya Dance Mix: Ranbir Kapoor-Alia Bhatt's groovy Brahmastra track out now". Free Press Journal. Retrieved 2025-02-28.
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31. "Kahan Shuru Kahan Khatam | Song - Ek Ladki Bheegi Bhagi Si". The Times of India. Retrieved 2025-02-28.
32. "Latest Hindi Song 'Na Ja Tu' Sung By Dhvani Bhanushali And Shashwat Singh". The Times of India. Retrieved 2025-02-28.
33. Khatoon, F. (2021-04-13). "Singer Jonita Gandhi's Meherma will remind you of your first love". Indulgexpress. Retrieved 2025-02-28.
34. "Check Out The Bengali Song 'Janina Bhalolaga' Sung By Nikhita Gandhi And Shashwat Singh". The Times of India. Retrieved 2025-02-28.
35. "Enjoy The New Hindi Music Video For Khidkiyaan By Shashwat Singh". The Times of India. Retrieved 2025-02-28.
36. "'Music Transcends All Barriers And Touches The Deepest Corners Of Our Hearts", Says Shashwat Singh On World Music Day". News18. Retrieved 2025-02-28.
37. P, Apurva (February 14, 2025). "Love, loss, and lyrics: Shashwat Singh's soundtrack for every mood". Indulgexpress.
38. भाटिया, अमित (2025-02-26). "Shashwat Singh के साथ Arijit Singh duet, Shreya Ghoshal, Burai Song, Kesariya और कई बातें". www.abplive.com (in Hindi). Retrieved 2025-02-28.
39. "Singer Shashwat Singh releases soulful romantic Ballad Burai for Valentine's Day". radioandmusic.com. Retrieved 2025-02-28.
40. "Tips Music unveils romantic number 'Jachhey Mujhe' starring Elli AvrRam and Shivin Narang". www.radioandmusic.com. Retrieved 2025-02-28.
41. "Winners of Iconic Gold Awards 2024". firstindia.co.in. Retrieved 2025-02-27.
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External links

• Shashwat Singh at IMDb
• Shashwat Singh on Facebook
• Shashwat Singh on Instagram
• Shashwat Singh on YouTube