Sonu Nigam Biography
Sonu Nigam is an Indian singer and composer. Nigam is widely regarded as one of the best Bollywood singers of all time.
Sonu sings predominantly in Hindi and Kannada language films but has also sung in English, Bengali, Odia, Tamil, Gujarati, Marathi, Telugu, Nepali, Maithili, Malayalam and other Indian languages.
Sonu who is known for his ability to speak different languages has also released numbers of Indian pop albums and acted in a number of Hindi films. Nigam is referred to as the “Lord of Chords”.
Sonu Nigam Age and Birthday
Indian pop singer and composer, Nigam, was born on July 30, 1973, in Faridabad, India. Sonu is 47 years old as of 2020. He celebrates his birthday on July 30th every year.
Sonu Nigam Height and Weight
Sonu who is also known by his pseudo name Nigaam measures a standing height of 1.7 meters which is equivalent to 5 feet 7 inches tall. Nigam also weighs 65 kilograms which is equivalent to 143 lbs.
Sonu Nigam Education
Singer and songwriter, Sonu, studied at J.D. Tyler School, Delhi, and later went to the University of Delhi, New Delhi where he graduated. Not much is known about his educational status. This information will soon be updated.
Sonu Nigam Young
The Indian pop musician and composer, Nigam, began his singing career at the age of four, when he joined his father, Agam, on stage to sing Mohammed Rafi’s song “Kya Hua Tera Wada”. Sonu soon enough started accompanying his father on his singing appearances at weddings and parties.
At the age of 18, Nigam moved to Mumbai with his father to begin his Bollywood singing career. He was trained by Hindustani classical famous singer Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan. Nigam had changed his name to Sonu Niigaam citing numerology beliefs but later decided to go back to his birth name.
He said, “The name change was one of the journeys I had to take in life. I had to go through that path to learn the truth. And I have realized that I don’t want to tamper with these forces. I am happy with all the astrological arrangements I was born with. I am happy to find success with my original name – Sonu Nigam.”
Sonu Nigam Family, Parents and Siblings
Bollywood musician and actor, Sonu, was born to Agam Kumar Nigam, his father and Shobha Nigam, his mother in the city of Faridabad, Haryana. Nigam’s father was from Agra while his mother was from Uttarakhand. Sonu is the brother to Teesha Nigam. His sister is also a professional musician. Nigam has grown in a family of singing since his father is a legendary musician.
Sonu Nigam Wife and Son
On February 15, 2002, Sonu married the love of his life, Madhurima Mishra. The two love birds decided to settle down after being in a relationship for over 7 years. The couple has been blessed with a son called Nevaan Nigam who was born in 2007.
Sonu Nigam Net Worth and Salary
Sonu has grown his music career gradually and it has come in handy in terms of his annual income and financial growth. Nigam has an estimated net worth of $8 million. His annual salary is currently under review and will soon be updated.
Sonu Nigam Measurements and Facts
Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Nigam
Sonu Nigam Bio and Wiki
- Full Names: Sonu Nigam
- Popular As: Nigam
- Gender: Male
- Occupation / Profession: Musician and songwriter
- Nationality: Indian
- Race / Ethnicity: Not Known
- Religion: Hindu
- Sexual Orientation: Straight
Sonu Nigam Birthday
- Age / How Old?: 47 years old(2020)
- Zodiac Sign: Leo
- Date of Birth: July 30, 1973
- Place of Birth: Faridabad, India
- Birthday: July 30
Sonu Nigam Body Measurements
- Body Measurements: 38-30-12
- Height / How Tall?: 1.7m
- Weight: 143 lbs
- Eye Color: Dark Brown
- Hair Color: Black
- Shoe Size: 7
Sonu Nigam Family and Relationship
- Father (Dad): Agam Kumar Nigam
- Mother: Shobha Nigam
- Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Teesha Nigam
- Marital Status: Married
- Wife: Madhurima Mishra
- Girlfriend: Not Applicable
- Children: Nevaan Nigam, son
Sonu Nigam Networth and Salary
- Net Worth: $8 million
- Salary: Under Review
- Source of Income: Indian musician
Sonu Nigam House and Cars
- Place of living: To be Updated
- Cars: Car Brand to be Updated
Sonu Nigam Songs
The following are Sonu’s albums:
- 1999 Deewana
- 2000 Jaan
- 2005 Chanda Ki Doli
- 2008 Classically Mild
- 2008 Kal Aaj Aur Kal
- 2008 Rafi Resurrected
- 2009 Neene Bari Neene
- 2010 Yeh Naya Naya
The following are Sonu’s songs:
- 1992 O Aasman Wale
- 1992 Aaja Meri Jaan
- 1993 Chal Chaliye Wahan Pe Diljani
- 1993 Chhodo Mujhe Jaane Do
- 1993 Ek Ladki Ne Mujhe Jaadu Kiya
- 1993 Naino Ko Karne Do
- 1993 Agar Aasman Tak Mere Haath Jaate
- 1993 Dhire Se Chupke Se Dil Ne Liya Tera Naam
- 1993 Gungunaye Sajan Apna Ek Ek Pal
- 1994 Woh Aankh Hi Kya
- 1994 Khat Likna Humne
- 1994 Tera Kya Lagta Hai
- 1994 Yeh Aankhen Hai Aaina
- 1995 Zindagi Mein To Sabhi Pyar Kiya Karte Hain
- 1995 Achcha Sila Diya Tune Mere Pyar Ka
- 1995 Teri Gali Wich
- 1995 Yeh Dhoke Pyar Ke Dhoke
- 1995 Ishq Mein Hum Tumhein Kya Batayen
- 1995 Bando Pe Apne Ae Daata
- 1995 Aaj Kal Ki Nahin
- 1995 Ram Jaane
- 1996 Mere Kaleje Se
- 1996 Abhi Saans Lene Ki Fursat Nahin Hai
- 1997 Humein Jab Se Mohabbat
- 1997 Sandese Aate Hai
- 1997 Yeh Dil Deewana
- 1998 Hum Ko To Rahna Hai Ek Duje Ke Sath
- 1998 Is Mitti Ka Karz Tha Mujhpe Maine Apna Karz Chukaya
- 1998 Meri Zindagi Meri Jaan
- 1998 Meri Zindagi Meri Jaan (II)
- 1998 Satrangi Re
- 1998 Chal Pyar Karegi
To view more of his songs click here
Sonu Nigam Concert
Sonu does not have current concerts going on. To know when he will be performing near you and book advance tickets click here.
Sonu Nigam And Neha Kakkar
Bollywood singer Sonu Nigam has poked fun at Indian Idol judges Neha Kakkar and Vishal Dadlani by saying that they had destroyed the essence of the ‘Idol’ franchise by indulging in gimmicks such as crying and touching contestants’ feet. Sonu also sensationally claimed that many contestants taking part in Indian singing reality shows could not sing but the makers of those competitions dubbed their flawed singing to make them look good on TV channels.
Sonu Nigam Abhi Mujh Mein Kahin
Sonu Nigam Awards and Achievements
Nigam is the winner of several awards including 1 National Award, 2 Filmfare Awards in Hindi & 3 Filmfare Awards South.
- 2017 Haryana Gaurav Samman by Haryana Government, Government of India
- 2016 Mirchi Music Awards for Indie Pop Song of the Year for “Aye Jahaan Aasmaan”
- 2016 Lions Gold Award for Favorite Evergreen Singer jal best
- 2015 Oscar 2015 nomination list “Jal” Sonu Nigam and Bickram Ghosh for their rustic compositions for the drama film
- 2015 Socialathon Person of the Year
- 2014 MMASouth Best Male Vocalist Kannada
- 2013 MTV Video and Music Award 2013 for Best Male Vocalist for Abhi Mujhme Kahin
- 2014 MMASouth Best Male Vocalist Kannada
- 2013 Zee Cinema Award for Best Male Playback Singer for Abhi Mujhme Kahin from the film Agneepath
- 2013 Big Star Entertainment Award for Best Male Playback Singer for Abhi Mujhme Kahin from the film Agneepath
- 2012 Royal Stag Mirchi Music Award for Male Vocalist of The Year for the song “Abhi Mujhme Kahin” from the film Agneepath
- 2012–2013 Filmfare Awards South – Best Playback Singer Male for the song “Chendutiya Pakkadali” from the movie Drama.
- 2012 Lions Gold Award for Favorite Evergreen Singer
- 2012 GIMA for Best Global Indian Collaboration – This Is It ft Jermaine Jackson *2011 GIMA(Global Indian Music Award)for MTV Youth Icon.
- 2011 Gitanjali WoW Award for Live Personality(Music).
- 2010 – Global Indian Music Award for Best Live Performer (Male)
- 2010 GIMA(Global Indian Music Award) for Best Live Performer Male.
- 2010 GIMA(Global Indian Music Award) for Most Popular Song – All Izz Well.
- 2010 Amar Rishtey Award for Zee Icoon– TVS Sa Re Ga Ma.
- 2010 Big Star Entertainment Award for Singer of the Decade.
- 2009 Indian Television Academy Award, Best Male Singer for Dil Mill Gaye title track.
- 2009 Filmfare Award, Kannada, Best Male Playback Singer for Yenagali, Mussanje Maathu
- 2008 GPBA (German Public Bollywood Award), Best Singer (Male) for Main Agar Kahoon, Om Shanti Om.
- 2008 Filmfare Award, Kannada, Best Male Playback Singer for Ninnindale, Milana.
- 2008 Indian Television Academy Award, Best Male Singer for Amber Dhara title track
- 2008 Lions Gold Award for the song ‘In lamhon ke Daaman me’ from the film ‘Jodha Akbar’.
- 2007 Annual Central European Bollywood Awards, Best Male Playback Singer for Mein Agar Kahoon, Om Shanti Om.
- 2006 Bollywood Music and Fashion Awards, Best Male Playback Singer for Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna, Title Track.
- 2005 Indian Television Award Best Singer for Miliee Title Track.
- 2005 MTV Immies – Best Pop Album, for his self-composed album titled “Chanda Ki Doli”.
- 2005 Swaralaya Yesudas Award, for his outstanding performance in Music.
- 2005 Anadolok Award for “Chanda Ki Doli” album.
- 2005 Lion Gold’s Award for the song Main Hoon Na from the film “Main Hoon Na”.
- 2005 Star Screen Award Best Male Playback, for the song “Dheere Jalna”, from the film “Paheli”.
- 2005 Teachers’ Achievement Award
- 2005 Style Icon, MTV Style Awards.
- 2004 MTV Style Awards– Best Male Playback Singer – Bandhan
- 2004 MTV Immies – Best Male Singer, for the song “Main Hoon Na”, from the film “Main Hoon Na”.
- 2004 National Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer, for the song “Kal Ho Naa Ho”, from the film Kal Ho Naa Ho.
- 2003 National Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer: Kal Ho Na Ho for “Kal Ho Naa Ho”
- 2003 Apsara Film Producers’ Guild Award for Best Male Playback Singer for “Kal Ho Na Ho” from the film Kal Ho Naa Ho.
- 2003 Bollywood Music Award for Best Male Playback Singer for “Kal Ho Na Ho” from the film Kal Ho Naa Ho.
- 2003 IIFA Best Male Playback Award, for the song “Kal Ho Naa Ho”, from the film Kal Ho Na Ho
- 2003 Style Icon, MTV Style Awards.
- 2003 Filmfare Best Male Playback Award, for the song “Kal Ho Naa Ho”, from the film Kal Ho Naa Ho”.
- 2002 Filmfare Best Male Playback Award, for the song “Saathiya”, from the film Saathiya.
- 2002 Bollywood Music Award for Best Male Playback Singer for the song “Saathiya” from the film “Saathiya”.
- 2002 MTV Immies – Best Male Singer, for the song “Saathiya” from the film “Saathiya”.
- 2002 Zee Cine Award Best Playback Singer- Male, for the song “Saathiya”, from the film “Saathiya”.
- 2002 IIFA Best Male Playback Award, for the song “Saathiya”, from the film “Saathiya”.
- 2001 Star Screen Award Best Male Playback, for the song “Tanhayee”, from the film “Dil Chahta Hai”. *2001 Bollywood Music Award for Best Pop Singer for the album “Yaad”.
- 2001 IIFA Best Male Playback Award, for the song “Suraj Hua Maddham”, from the film “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham”.
- 2001 Zee Cine Award Best Playback Singer- Male, for the song “Suraj Hua Maddham”, from the film “Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham”.
- 1998 Screen Award for Best Male Pop Artist for Kismat
- 1997 Sansui Viewers’ Choice Award for Best Male Singer for the song “Sandese Aate Hai”, from the film “Border”.
- 1997 Aashirwad Award for Best Male Singer for the song “Sandese Aate Hai”, from the film “Border”.
- 1997 Zee Cine Award Best Playback Singer- Male, for the song “Sandese Aate Hai”, from the film “Border”.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sonu Nigam
Who is Sonu Nigam?
Nigam is an Indian singer and composer. Nigam is widely regarded as one of the best Bollywood singers of all time.
How old is Sonu Nigam?
Indian pop singer and composer, Nigam, was born on July 30, 1973, in Faridabad, India. Sonu is 47 years old as of 2020.
How tall is Sonu Nigam?
Sonu who is also known by his pseudo name Nigaam measures a standing height of 1.7 meters which is equivalent to 5 feet 7 inches tall.
Is Sonu Nigam married?
On February 15, 2002, Sonu married the love of his life, Madhurima Mishra. The two love birds decided to settle down after being in a relationship for over 7 years. The couple has been blessed with a son called Nevaan Nigam who was born in 2007.
How much is Sonu Nigam worth?
Sonu has grown his music career gradually and it has come in handy in terms of his annual income and financial growth. Nigam has an estimated net worth of $8 million.
How much does Sonu Nigam make?
Nigam has grown his music career gradually and it has come in handy in terms of his annual income and financial growth. His annual salary is currently under review and will soon be updated.
Where does Sonu Nigam live?
Because of security reasons, Nigam has not shared his precise location of residence. We will immediately update this information if we get the location and images of his house.
Is Sonu Nigam dead or alive?
Sonu is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.
Where is Sonu Nigam Now?
Nigam is still an active participant in the creative entertainment industry
Sonu Nigam Social Media Contacts
- Youtube
- Tiktok
- Website
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