Shabab Sabri is a renowned Indian singer known for his soulful voice and impressive vocal range. He was born on 6th June 1979 in the city of Jaipur, Rajasthan, India, to the famous classical singer, Late Sabri Khan. His father’s legacy inspired him to pursue a career in music, and he started singing at a young age.
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Shabab Sabri
Childhood and Training
Shabab Sabri’s childhood was spent in a musical environment, surrounded by music maestros and legends. His father, Sabri Khan, was a Sarangi player, who had worked with legends like Pandit Ravi Shankar and Zakir Hussain. His uncle, Sultan Khan, was a renowned classical singer, and he had many more relatives who were either singers or instrumentalists.
Shabab started his formal training at a young age and received training in Indian classical music from his father. He learned the intricacies of Indian classical music and imbibed the nuances of various genres of music. He was also trained in the art of singing Ghazals and Qawwalis.
Career Break
Shabab Sabri started his career in music in the early 2000s. He made his debut in Bollywood with the song “Parda Parda” from the movie “Once Upon A Time in Mumbai,” which was released in 2010. The song became an instant hit, and Shabab Sabri’s voice was highly appreciated. The song was composed by the famous music director, Pritam, and it was a duet with Sunidhi Chauhan.
Career and Hits
After the success of “Parda Parda,” Shabab Sabri became a sought-after singer in Bollywood. He lent his voice to several hit songs in Bollywood, which include “Tere Naina” from the movie “My Name Is Khan,” “Tere Bina” from the movie “Tezz,” and “Mere Rashke Qamar” from the movie “Baadshaho.” He has collaborated with some of the best music directors in the industry, including A.R. Rahman, Vishal-Shekhar, and Himesh Reshammiya.
Shabab Sabri’s soulful voice and versatility have won him a huge fan base, and he continues to deliver hit songs one after the other. His latest song “Kabhi Yun Bhi” from the movie “Ishq Junoon” has received critical acclaim, and it has become an instant hit among music lovers.
Awards
Shabab Sabri’s contribution to Indian music has been recognized by various prestigious awards. He has won the Mirchi Music Award for the Best Playback Singer (Male) for the song “Mere Rashke Qamar” in 2018. He has also won the Stardust Award for the Best Playback Singer (Male) for the song “Tere Naina” in 2011.
Family
Shabab Sabri is married and has two children. His wife, Farah Sabri, is a trained Kathak dancer, and she often accompanies him to his concerts. His father, Sabri Khan, passed away in 2015, but his legacy continues to inspire Shabab Sabri to create beautiful music.
Shabab Sabri’s journey in the music industry has been remarkable. He has proved his versatility as a singer and has contributed to Indian music in his unique way. His soulful voice and impressive vocal range have won him a huge fan base, and he continues to deliver hit songs. Shabab’s story is an inspiration to many, and it shows that hard work and dedication can take you to great heights in life.
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