Shankar Mahadevan facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Shankar Mahadevan
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Mahadevan in 2009
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| Born | 3 March 1967 Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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| Children | 2, including Siddharth |
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| Genres | Indian music |
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| Instruments | Vocals |
| Years active | 1994–present |
Shankar Mahadevan, born on March 3, 1967, is a famous Indian singer and music composer. He is part of a super cool music group called Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy. This trio creates amazing music for Indian movies. In 2023, he received a special honorary degree from Birmingham City University.
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Shankar Mahadevan's Early Life and Music Journey
Growing Up in Mumbai
Shankar Mahadevan was born in Chembur, Mumbai. His family originally came from Palakkad, Kerala. From a young age, Shankar loved music.
Learning Music
As a child, he learned two main types of Indian classical music. These were Hindustani classical and Carnatic music. He started playing the veena, an Indian string instrument, when he was just five years old. His first teacher was Shri Lalitha Venkataraman. He also learned from other great music teachers like Pandit Shrinivas Khale.
From Engineer to Musician
Shankar went to Our Lady of Perpetual Succour High School in Chembur. In 1988, he earned a degree in Computer Science and Software Engineering. He even worked as a software engineer for a company called Leading Edge. But his true passion was music, so he decided to follow his dream.
His Family
Shankar Mahadevan has two sons, Siddharth Mahadevan and Shivam Mahadevan. Both of his sons have also become singers, following in their father's footsteps!
Shankar Mahadevan's Amazing Music Career
Shankar Mahadevan first became famous as an Indi-pop star. He mixed different music styles like Carnatic, Hindustani, and Jazz. His non-film album, Breathless, was a huge hit in 1998. It became super popular across India.
He is a key member of the music trio Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy. Together, they have composed music for many successful Indian films. Their work is known for being fresh and exciting.
Awards and Recognitions
Shankar Mahadevan has won many awards for his incredible talent. Here are some of them:
- 2000: National Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer for "Yenna Solla Pogirai" from Kandukondain Kandukondain.
- 2006: Filmfare Award for Best Male Playback Singer – Telugu for "Chandrullo" from Nuvvostanante Nenoddantana.
- 2007: Swaralaya-Kairali-Yesudas Award for his great work in Indian film music.
- 2007: National Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer for "Maa" from Taare Zameen Par.
- 2008: Kerala State Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer for "Kalyana Kacheri" from Madampi.
- 2009: Asianet Film Award for Best Male Playback for "Pichavecha Naal" from Puthiya Mukham.
- 2012: National Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer for "Bolo Na" from Chittagong.
- 2019: Padma Shri Award for his contributions to film music. This is one of India's highest civilian honors.
- 2023: He received an honorary doctorate from Birmingham City University.
- 2024: He won a Grammy Award for Best Global Music Album for This Moment. He won this as a member of the band Shakti.
Shankar Mahadevan's Work in Films
Shankar Mahadevan has done many things in the film industry. He has acted in some movies and composed music for many others.
As an Actor
He has made special appearances in a few films:
- Aranmanai 3 (2021) Tamil – a guest appearance in a song.
- Katyar Kaljat Ghusali (2015) Marathi film.
- Rhythm (2000) Tamil – a guest appearance in a song.
As a Music Composer
Shankar Mahadevan, as part of Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, has composed music for a huge number of films. Here are some of them:
- Rockford (1999)
- Mission Kashmir (2000)
- Dil Chahta Hai (2001)
- Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003)
- Main Hoon Na (2004)
- Lakshya (2004)
- Bunty Aur Babli (2005)
- Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006)
- Don: The Chase Begins Again (2006)
- Taare Zameen Par (2007)
- Rock On!! (2008)
- My Name Is Khan (2010)
- Housefull (2010)
- Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (2011)
- Don 2 (2011)
- Bhaag Milkha Bhaag (2013)
- 2 States (2014)
- Katyar Kaljat Ghusali (2015) Marathi
As a Playback Singer
Shankar Mahadevan has sung countless songs for films. He is one of the most sought-after playback singers in India.
Other Music Projects
Solo Albums
Besides film music, Shankar Mahadevan has released his own albums:
- Nine
- Breathless
Jingles
He has also sung many catchy jingles for advertisements. These are short songs used to promote brands.
| Name | Brand | Composer | Notes |
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| "Kuch Khaas Hai Hum Sabhi Mai" | Dairy Milk | ||
| "Chal Nikal Taiyaar Ho Ja" | Delhi Disaster Management Authority | Vaibhav Saxena |
Television Appearances
Shankar Mahadevan is also a popular face on television. He often appears as a judge or mentor on music reality shows. He helps new singers find their voice and talent.
- Sa Re Ga Ma Pa L'il Champs 2022 as a judge
- Sa Re Ga Ma Pa :Sapnon Ki Shuruwaat as a judge
- Taare Zameen Par as a judge
- Rising Star Live on Colors as a judge
- Super Singer Junior season 6 & 7 on Star Vijay as a judge
- Super Singer 8 as a performer & judge on Star Vijay
- Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2012 as a judge and mentor
- Music ka Maha Muqqabla as a contestant-captain of Shankar's Rockstars
- Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Challenge 2009, as a judge and mentor
See also
In Spanish: Shankar Mahadevan para niños
