Quick Info
| Profession | Bhajan Singer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 21/09/1990 |
| Age | 35 years |
| Birthplace | Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, India |
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Bio/Wiki
| Other Name(s) | Kanahiya Mittal, Kanhiya Mittal, Kanhaiya Mittal |
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| Known For | Singing devotional songs, especially of Khatu Shyam |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 6" (168 cm) |
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| Weight | 71 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College/University | Attended a government college in Chandigarh |
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| Degree | BA in Music (2012) |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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| Residence | Chandigarh, India |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Marriage Date | 15/12/2015 |
Family
| Father | Satyanarayana (businessman) (deceased) |
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| Siblings | 1 elder brother, 1 sister |
| Spouse | Mahak Krishan Mittal aka Mehak Mittal |
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Career
| Debut | Released his first song 'Haare Haare Haare Tum Haare Ke Sahare' in 2014 |
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| Awards and Honours |
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| Performances | Known for singing various devotional songs including 'Khatu Ji Jaane Ko Jee Lalchata Hai' (2018), 'Ladla Khatu Wale Ka' (2022), and 'Chaska Shyam Ki Yaari Ka' (2023). Performed at the swearing-in ceremony of Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis on 05/12/2024. |
| Career Start | Began singing bhajans at age 7; performed for free until 2017 when he turned it into a professional career |
| Breakthrough | Song 'Jo Ram Ko Laye Hain' went viral with over 30 million views in seven days |
Favourites
| Car Collection | Maserati Levante |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Kanhiya Mittal grew up in Chandigarh and began singing bhajans at the age of 7. | |
| 2. He initially performed without charging fees on his father's advice but began charging in 2017. | |
| 3. After a visit in 2017, he felt motivated to restart his singing career. | |
| 4. Kanhiya has performed internationally, including in Australia and UAE. | |
| 5. He has been recognized by various notable figures including Prime Minister Narendra Modi. | |
| 6. In 2022, he returned a cash prize he received due to political issues related to Yogi Adityanath. | |
| 7. He expressed a desire to join Congress in 2024, emphasizing that Sanatan Dharma can be promoted through any party. | |
| 8. In 1997, his mother brought home a picture of Khatu Shyam from a kirtan, which inspired his deep devotion to singing Khatu Shyam bhajans. | |
| 9. He sold rations, clothes, shoes, and other items for a living while singing devotional songs at events. |