Talwiinder believes the paint removes ego and reminds him that the art is more important than the artist. (Photo: Rolling Stone India/Samrat Nagar)
Talwiinder, born Talwinder Singh Sidhu on October 22, 1997, is an Indian singer, songwriter, and composer. He blends Punjabi folk with electronic, hip-hop, R&B, trap, drill, synth-pop, lo-fi, and alternative pop sounds.
Many of his fans wonder why Talwiinder always covered his face with paint, as the singer has said that he does this to keep his personal and professional lives separate, and by hiding his face, he wants listeners to pay attention to his music instead of his looks.
Talwiinder believes the paint removes ego and reminds him that the art is more important than the artist. This mystery has made him even more popular with fans, who say it adds a special charm to his personality.
His real name is Talwinder Singh Sidhu, and he is Indian, hailing from Tarn Taran in Punjab.
Hailing from Tarn Taran in Punjab, Talwiinder is based in India. He spends time between Punjab and San Francisco, blending those musical influences.
Talwinder comes from a Punjabi Jat-Sidhu family. While he comes from a Sikh-majority region, there's no public mention of his religious beliefs.
Estimates place his net worth at around USD 1.31 million (Over 11,54,36,610.50 Indian Rupees). This figure is based on public data like streaming revenues and social metrics and may not be exact.
"Khayaal," which has received over 60 million Spotify plays, and "Nasha," which has received over 18 million plays, are among Talwiinder's greatest hits. The songs "Gallan 4," "Dhundhala," "Wishes," "Your Eyes," "Unforgettable," and "Gaani" are also known. His music is adored by fans because it maintains the Punjabi spirit while feeling contemporary.
Talwiinder collaborated with Pakistani singer Hasan Raheem on “Wishes”, a streamer favorite. He also released “Tu” with T-Series, featuring Bollywood actors Jackie Shroff and Neelam Kothari. His debut album, Misfit (2024), features artists like NDS, Hasan Raheem, Supreme Sidhu, and more.
He keeps experimenting across genres. Currently, he has country and jazz-influenced projects in the works.
