Quick Info
| Profession | Singer, Songwriter, Music Composer, Host, Actor |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 07/10/1981 |
| Age | 44 years |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
Latest News about Abhijeet Sawant
15/02/2025
Abhijeet Sawant was eliminated from Celebrity MasterChef India in February 2025 after competing on the cooking reality show hosted by Farah Khan. Reports at the time noted that he was the second contestant to be evicted from the series, ending his run before the later stages of the competition.
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Bio/Wiki
| Abhijeet Sawant is an Indian playback singer. He is the winner of Indian Idol (Season 1). He was the first runner up of Clinic All Clear - Jo Jeeta Wohi Superstar, and came at third place in Asian Idol. Sawant, son of Mr. Shridhar Pandurang Sawant was born in a Marathi family. He is originally from Mumbai, Maharashtra. The singer tied the knot with his childhood sweetheart Shilpa in a low-key affair on December 4th, 2007. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 173 cm |
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| Weight | 73 kg |
| Eye Color | Dark Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Graduate | |
| Mass Media from the Institute of Hotel Management, Catering Technology, and Applied Nutrition (IHM), Mumbai |
Personal Life
| Abhijeet Sawant lives in Mumbai with his wife and two children. | |
| He is known to enjoy alcohol and occasionally smoke at social gatherings. |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Shilpa Edvankar (worked at Jet Airways) |
| Marriage Date | 04/12/2007 |
| Spouse | Shilpa Sawant |
Family
| Father | Shridhar Pandurang Sawant |
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| Mother | Uma Sawant |
| Siblings | Saloni Raut |
| Spouse | Shilpa Edvankar |
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Career
| Debut |
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Favourites
| Singer(s) | |
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| Actor | Shah Rukh Khan |
| Actress | Rani Mukerji |
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| Cricketer | Sachin Tendulkar |
| Food | Daal-Chawal |
Social Media
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Abhijeet Sawant is a versatile Indian artist known for his singing, songwriting, music composition, hosting, and acting. | |
| 2. During his childhood, he lived in a compact one-room house with a large joint family. | |
| 3. Despite struggling academically in school, Abhijeet found solace in music and developed a passion for singing after receiving praise for a performance at a school competition in class 6. | |
| 4. His journey into music was nurtured by his uncle, who guided him and provided training in Indian classical music when his parents were unsupportive of his career choice. | |
| 5. After starting his career at a cassette shop, he went on to win the inaugural season of the reality show 'Indian Idol' in 2004, which kickstarted his success in the music industry. | |
| 6. Apart from 'Indian Idol,' he also participated in other reality shows like 'Jo Jeeta Wohi Super Star' and 'Asian Idol,' showcasing his talent on a global platform. | |
| 7. Abhijeet has released several Hindi music albums and lent his soulful voice to numerous Bollywood songs over the years. | |
| 8. In addition to his musical endeavors, he has explored acting and hosting, appearing in TV shows, films, and reality programs. | |
| 9. He has actively engaged with his audience through live performances, stage shows, and concerts, building a strong fan base. | |
| 10. Abhijeet Sawant enjoys a sizable following on his YouTube channel, where he shares his singing videos and engages with over 189k subscribers. | |
| 11. In his personal life, he is known to indulge in alcohol and occasionally smoke hukka at social gatherings. | |
| 12. With a Royal Enfield motorcycle and a TV commercial appearance, Abhijeet has diversified his presence beyond music. | |
| 13. Throughout his career, Abhijeet Sawant has garnered recognition and awards for his outstanding contributions to the music industry. | |
| 14. He was born to a Marathi Buddhist family. | |
| 15. He co-hosted Indian Idol season 5 with Hussain Kuwajerwala. |