Udit Narayan was born in 1955 in a small village in Nepal. From a young age, he loved music and wanted to become a singer. Even after making it big in Bollywood, he continued singing in Nepali, helping the music scene of the country grow. (Image Source: Instagram/ uditnarayanmusic)
Legendary playback singer Udit Narayan turns 70 this year, and his journey is nothing less than an inspiration. He has sung thousands of songs in Bollywood, Bhojpuri, Nepali, Maithili, Bengali, Odia, Tamil, Telugu, and so many others in his career spanning more than four decades.
What makes Udit Narayan special is not just his magical voice but also his ability to balance different industries with equal success.
Udit Narayan was born in 1955 in a small village in Nepal. From a young age, he loved music and wanted to become a singer. Even after making it big in Bollywood, he continued singing in Nepali, helping the music scene of the country grow.
His Nepali songs remain widely loved, with many fans in Nepal considering him a national treasure. One reason his career is uniquely different is because of this connection to his roots.
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While Bollywood kept him busy with mega-hits, Udit Narayan also grew into a big name in Bhojpuri music. His melodious voice gave Bhojpuri cinema a new identity and helped the films reach greater audiences.
Many Bhojpuri stars credit him for bringing respect and recognition to their films with his songs. His contribution turned Bhojpuri music into a household favorite in India.
Udit Narayan rose to fame in Bollywood with the hit “Papa Kehte Hain” in 1988. From that moment onwards, his voice became the soundtrack of many blockbuster films.
He sang for actors like Aamir Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Salman Khan, delivering romantic duets, soulful tracks, and energetic numbers. His Hindi songs are evergreen and continue to be loved by fans of all ages.
Besides Hindi, Bhojpuri, and Nepali, Udit Narayan has sung in Maithili, Bengali, Odia, Tamil, Telugu, and other regional languages.
The ability to adapt to different languages and musical styles made him a versatile singer. Be it a folk tune or a cinematic melody, his voice would always blend perfectly with the culture and emotion of each song.
1. Papa Kehte Hain – Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988)
2. Pehla Nasha – Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (1992)
3. Ae Mere Humsafar – Baazigar (1993)
4. Tip Tip Barsa Pani – Mohra (1994)
5. Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankhen – Baazigar (1993)
6. Tumse Milke Dil Ka – Main Hoon Na (2004)
7. Mehndi Laga Ke Rakhna – Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)
8. Jaane Do Na – Dilwale (1994)
9. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai – Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998)
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