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Sonu Nigam - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | July 30, 1973 |
|---|---|
| Age | 52 |
| Birthplace | Faridabad, Haryana, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Sonu Nigam's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Ox |
| Generation | Generation X |
| Known For | Playback singing in Bollywood films and chart-topping albums. |
Intro
Sonu Nigam is a renowned Indian playback singer, acclaimed for his work in Hindi cinema and various other Indian languages. He is recognized for his versatile vocal range and has also worked as a music director, host, and actor.
Early Life & Background
Sonu Nigam was born on July 30, 1973, in Faridabad, Haryana, India, to singer Agam Kumar Nigam. He began his musical training at a young age, performing alongside his father at stage shows and participating in several singing competitions during his youth.
Career Highlights
- Debuted as a playback singer in Bollywood in the early 1990s.
- Rose to prominence with the hit song 'Sandese Aate Hai' from the film Border (1997).
- Gained massive popularity for songs such as 'Yeh Dil Deewana' (Pardes, 1997) and 'Kal Ho Naa Ho' (2003).
- Awarded the National Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer for the song 'Kal Ho Naa Ho.'
- Hosted the popular television show 'Sa Re Ga Ma' in the 1990s, bringing him further into the public eye.
Trivia
- He is proficient in singing in multiple languages, including Hindi, Kannada, Bengali, and more.
- Sonu Nigam is often called the 'Modern Rafi' for his singing style and vocal timbre resembling legendary singer Mohammed Rafi.
- He has also acted in a few Hindi films, though his main fame is for his singing.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Sonu Nigam?
Sonu Nigam is 52 years old.
When was Sonu Nigam born?
Sonu Nigam was born the 30 July 1973.
Where is Sonu Nigam from?
Faridabad, Haryana, India.
On His Birth-Day
About July 30th, 1973, in brief:
- Historical events: The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) was established on July 30, 1973, to coordinate and enforce federal drug control efforts. The DEA consolidated various federal agencies involved in drug law enforcement, aiming to combat drug trafficking and abuse more effectively.
- Day of the week: July 30th, 1973 was a Monday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Ox (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: The Morning After by Maureen McGovern
- #1 UK song: I'm The Leader Of The Gang (I Am) by Gary Glitter
- Popular movie: The Sting directed by George Roy Hill
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