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Aalaap Raju

Born: 1979-06-06
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Last Updated on 07 Nov 2025
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Aalaap Raju is a celebrated playback singer and musician known for his soulful voice and hit songs like "Enamo Aedho" and "Yamma Yamma."

Aalaap Raju is a celebrated playback singer and musician known for his soulful voice and hit songs like "Enamo Aedho" and "Yamma Yamma."

Aalaap Raju is an Indian playback singer, bass guitarist, and music composer known for his melodious voice and contemporary musical style in Tamil and Malayalam cinema. He began his career as a session bass guitarist before gaining widespread recognition as a singer with the chart-topping song "Enamo Aedho" from Ko -2011, composed by Harris Jayaraj. His smooth, soothing voice and modern singing sensibilities made him one of the most sought-after male vocalists of the 2010s. Aalaap has since sung several hits for leading composers like Harris Jayaraj, G. V. Prakash Kumar, and D. Imman, while also performing extensively as a live musician and collaborator in independent projects.
Aalaap Raju is an Indian playback singer, bass guitarist, and music composer known for his melodious voice and contemporary musical style in Tamil and Malayalam cinema. He began his career as a session bass guitarist before gaining widespread recognition as a singer with the chart-topping song "Enamo Aedho" from Ko -2011, composed by Harris Jayaraj. His smooth, soothing voice and modern singing sensibilities made him one of the most sought-after male vocalists of the 2010s. Aalaap has since sung several hits for leading composers like Harris Jayaraj, G. V. Prakash Kumar, and D. Imman, while also performing extensively as a live musician and collaborator in independent projects.

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Personal details

Alternative names Raju
Height 5'10"/ 74kg
Born June 06, 1979 · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Spouses
Children Dia Samara
Parents Latha Raju
Other works
Playback Singer, Bass Guitarist, Composer, Independent Musician, Live Performer

FAQ

His breakout song was "Enamo Aedho" from the Tamil film Ko -2011.

Yes, he won the Filmfare Award for Best Male Playback Singer - Tamil for "Enamo Aedho."

He is a professional bass guitarist and also plays acoustic guitar.

Harris Jayaraj, G. V. Prakash Kumar, D. Imman, and Thaman S.

Yes, he frequently collaborates on indie and live music projects in India and abroad.

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Trivia

Aalaap Raju is also an accomplished bass guitarist who has performed with numerous music directors on stage and in studios.

He won the Filmfare Award for Best Male Playback Singer - Tamil for "Enamo Aedho" -2011.

Before becoming a singer, he was a full-time live musician performing with major Indian bands.

He often collaborates with independent musicians for live fusion concerts.

Quotes

"Music connects people beyond language and boundaries."

"I believe in singing and playing with emotion - that's what truly reaches the audience."

Trademarks

Smooth, romantic vocals expertise in bass guitar

soulful performances

Fusion of contemporary and classical influences.

Nicknames

Aalaap

Salaries

Rs: 25 - 30 lakhs per year -approx

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