Fans mourn the loss of Humane Sagar, whose voice shaped a generation of Odia film music (Photo: File)
The sudden demise of Odia singer Humane Sagar has created a vacuum in the region's music circles. At 34, his voice shaped an era of Odia cinema with which his death is an emotional and cultural loss for the people of Odisha. His death at the AIIMS, Bhubaneswar after days of critical care, has sparked widespread disbelief and reflection on a career that rose quickly and ended far too soon.
A master of expressiveness with his unmistakable tone of voice, Humane Sagar grew into one of the most identifiable voices as a playback singer in Odisha. His songs carried a raw emotional weight that instantly hit listeners and thereby turning him into a household name across the state.
Born on 25 November 1990 in Titilagarh, he grew up in a musically inclined family his grandfather was a composer and both his parents were singers. That artistic environment shaped his instincts early, creating a base that later pushed him toward playback singing. He is survived by his daughter, who was the center of his life.
Humane Sagar's wife is Shriya Mishra and they married in 2017 after meeting on the show Voice of Odisha Season 2 and they have a daughter.
Sagar struck the limelight with Voice of Odisha Season 2 back in 2012, where, with his emotive performances, he won the title and initiated his professional journey. Over the years, he became one of Ollywood's most sought-after playback singers, contributing his voice to films, albums, and independent releases.
His big break came when the film Ishq Tu Hi Tu was released in 2015. The title track, backed by the composition of Abhijit Majumdar, catapulted him to stardom overnight. Since then, he sang over a hundred songs encompassing romance, heartbreak, and devotion, and his voice became synonymous with Odia cinema of the 2010s and early 2020s.
Inspired by Sri Naveen Patnaik, CM of Odisha, He joined the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) party on 3rd March 2019, started his political career and he campaigned for BJD. He also sang a song named “Naveen Babu Aame Tuma Fan” popularly known as Naveen Anthem, featuring CM Naveen Patnaik.
Sagar was admitted in a very critical stage with multi-organ dysfunction, severe cardiac disorders, pneumonia and acute-on-chronic liver failure. He passed away despite all forms of intensive treatment in the Medical ICU, as the condition continuously deteriorated, leading to his untimely demise.
His personal life had seen both highs and grueling moments, which included the heart-wrenching separation from the love of his life, fellow singer Shriya Mishra, and then the traumatic loss of his father. Those who knew him well always said that he felt everything deeply-and something listeners could always hear in every song he recorded.
Human Sagar’s net worth in 2025 between Rs. 8-12 crore in 2025 from playback singing Rs. 8-15 lakh per song for top projects, live shows 20-30 lakh per show, YouTube revenue, brand endorsements and smart investments.
He still lives in Bhubaneswar, drives a Fortuner not some flashy Lamborghini and is known for helping struggling artists. He recently built a beautiful house for his parents in Titlagarh the same town that once saw a little boy singing for Rs. 500 now sends crores back home.
Sagar leaves behind a discography that helped define modern Odia music. His journey from small-town boy to statewide stardom is a story of perseverance, talent, and emotional honesty. His songs will continue to comfort and inspire fans long after his passing.
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Disclaimer: This editorial is based on publicly available information and aims to provide an independent, respectful account of Humane Sagar’s life and legacy.
