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Karthik Krishnamurthy

Born: November 7, 1980

FAN SCORE

93

POPULARITY

9

Karthik is a leading Indian playback singer celebrated for his melodious and versatile singing style. With thousands of songs to his credit across multiple Indian languages, his voice has defined an e... Read more

ROLES

Singer

HEIGHT

5'9"/ 72kg

BIRTH PLACE

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

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Quick Info

Born November 7, 1980

Birth Place Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Height 5'9"/ 72kg

Fan Score 93

Popularity 9

Roles Singer

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Videos

Vanakkam Tamizha with Singer Karthik

karthik singer interview

Personal Details

Alternative Names Singer Karthik

Spouses

Children Kadhambari, Nandan

Did You Know

Trivia

Discovered and introduced by A. R. Rahman.

Can sing fluently in five Indian languages.

Trained in both Carnatic and Hindustani classical music.

His independent single "Appadi Podu Remix" went viral online.

Known for blending modern pop styles with classical techniques.

Quotes

"Singing is not about perfection it's about emotion."

"Working with A. R. Rahman was a dream that changed my life."

"Every song has its own heartbeat - I just try to feel it."

"I believe learning never ends, especially in music."

Trademarks

Smooth, versatile vocal tone with expressive phrasing

Ability to handle both classical and contemporary styles

Known for romantic, youthful melodies and energetic tracks

Distinct emotional depth and clarity in pronunciation

Nicknames

Melody King

Salaries

Estimated per song: Rs: 3 - 5 lakh

Frequently Asked Questions

01

Who is Karthik?

Karthik is an Indian playback singer and composer known for his melodious voice and popular songs in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi films.

02

When did Karthik start his singing career?

He began his playback career in 2000 with Alaipayuthey, composed by A. R. Rahman.

03

How many songs has Karthik sung?

He has sung over 4000 songs across various languages.

04

Which are some of his popular songs?

"Alaipayuthey Kanna," "Ava Enna," "Behka," "Usure Pogudhey," and "Aaruyire."

05

What awards has Karthik won?

Filmfare Awards South, Vijay Awards, and multiple state-level awards for Best Playback Singer.

Tags

Singer Playback Singer Composer Melody Indian Music Tamil Songs

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