Hariharan
Hariharan is a legendary Indian playback and ghazal singer known for his soulful voice and innovative approach to fusion music. With a career spanning over four decades, he has worked across multiple languages and genres, leaving a timeless mark on Indian music.
Hariharan is a legendary Indian playback and ghazal singer known for his soulful voice and innovative approach to fusion music. With a career spanning over four decades, he has worked across multiple languages and genres, leaving a timeless mark on Indian music.
Hariharan Anantha Subramani, popularly known as Hariharan, is one of India's most respected playback singers and ghazal artists. Born on April 3, 1955, in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India, Hariharan is celebrated for his soulful voice, versatility, and mastery across multiple genres - from classical Carnatic and Hindustani music to ghazals, pop, and film songs. A disciple of Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan, Hariharan began his playback career in the late 1970s and rose to prominence with songs like Uyire Uyire -Bombay, Bharat Humko Jaan Se Pyara Hai -Roja, and Tu Hi Re. Along with Leslie Lewis, he formed the fusion band Colonial Cousins, pioneering Indian pop fusion music and winning the MTV Asia Viewers' Choice Award and a National Award. Hariharan has sung in several Indian languages, including Tamil, Hindi, Malayalam, Telugu, and Kannada. With his soothing voice and unique tonal control, he remains one of the most admired and influential singers in Indian music.Photos
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Personal details
- Alternative names Hari, Hariharan Anantha Subramani
- Height 5'8"/ 75kg
- Born March 03, 1955 · Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
- Spouses
- Children Lavanya Hariharan Akshay Hariharan
- Other works
- Playback Singer, Composer, Ghazal Singer, Fusion Artist, Live Performer, Judge on Reality Shows
FAQ
Hariharan is an Indian playback and ghazal singer known for his work in multiple languages and his fusion band, Colonial Cousins.
Uyire Uyire -Bombay and Tu Hi Re are among his most iconic songs.
Yes, he has won multiple National Film Awards and the Padma Shri.
Ghazals, classical, film music, fusion, and pop.
Hariharan and Leslie Lewis.
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Trivia
Co-founded Colonial Cousins, India's first major pop-fusion act, with Leslie Lewis.
Trained in both Carnatic and Hindustani classical music.
Known for blending classical ragas with contemporary pop sounds.
Has sung more than 500 Tamil film songs and over 200 Hindi songs.
Recognized for his signature mustache and calm stage presence.
Quotes
"Music has no boundaries - it speaks the language of the soul."
"Fusion is not confusion it's about bringing cultures together."
"Every song teaches me something new about emotion."
"Ghazals are not just melodies they're poetry set to life."
Trademarks
Smooth, deep, and soothing voice
Signature ghazal and fusion style
Effortless switch between classical and modern genres
Calm, spiritual presence on stage
Signature mustache and traditional attire
Nicknames
Hari, Ghazal King
Salaries
Estimated per song: Rs: 2 - 3 lakh
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