Roopa Revathi

Fusion Violinist, Playback Singer

Indian Ernakulam, Kochi, Kerala, India

Quick Info

ProfessionFusion Violinist, Playback Singer
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth31/07/1984
Age41 years
BirthplaceErnakulam, Kochi, Kerala, India

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Bio/Wiki

Real NameRoopa Kunnummel Ramapai

Physical Stats & More

Height168 cm
Eye ColorBrown
Hair ColorBrown

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolH. I. Higher Secondary School in Edavanakad, Cochi, Kerala
College/Universities
  • Maharaja’s College, Ernakulam, Kochi, Kerala
  • R.L.V. College Of Music And Fine Arts, Thripunithura, Kochi, Kerala
Qualifications
  • BA in Music from Maharaja's College, Ernakulam (2006)
  • MA Music at RLV College of Music and Institute of Fine Arts (2009)

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism
CasteBrahmin

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried
Marriage Date01/05/2010

Family

FatherRama Pai Nagendra Pai (drawing artist)
MotherPushpa Latha (LIC advisor)
SiblingsBrother - Jithu Kunnummel Ramapai
SpouseDr. Kuldeep Muralidhar Pai (musician, composer, vocalist, music producer)
ChildrenDaughter - Shivaradhya K.R.

Career

Debut
  • Malayalam Film (As a Playback Singer): Ente Sharike from the film Madampi (2008)
  • Tamil Film (As a Playback Singer): Manakkuyil from the film Payanangal Thodarum (2009)
  • Malayalam Album: Nathanenikkekum (2008)
  • Malayalam Film (As a Violinist): Urumi (2011)
Awards
  • 2002: Swaralaya-Kairali-Yesudas Award for Best Upcoming Female Voice
  • 2002: Augustine Joseph Memorial Award
  • 2007: Amrita TV Super Star Global Winner
Notable Works
  • She has sung several songs in Malayalam films such as Omanichumma (2012) and Akkare Ikkare (2015).
  • Her discography includes notable albums like Devagayakan (2009) and Kamakshi Mahimai (2014).
  • Debuted as a violinist in the Malayalam film Urumi (2011), composed by Deepak Dev.
  • Played violin for re-recordings in Malayalam and Tamil film industries, including for a song by late M.S. Vishwanathan.
  • Playback singer for Malayalam films including Omanichumma (2012), Akkare Ikkare (2015), Ottathooval (2015), and Olangal Moodum (2017)
  • Playback singer for Tamil films including Thaamarai Pookkaley (2011), Kadhal Raagam (2011), A-Vandhu B-Male Modhi (2012), and Dharmam Vazha (2012)
  • Albums: Devagayakan (2009), Paarinu Meete (2011), Kamakshi Mahimai (2014), Kamakshi Kavacham (2014), and Meere Paadu Nee (2017)
  • Violinist for Malayalam films including Law Point, Jacobinte Swargarajyam, and Maheshinte Prathikaram
  • Featured singer for the legendary late Kalamandalam Hyder Ali's Dance Drama – Salabhanjika

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Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Roopa was born into a Brahmin Hindu family in Ernakulam, Kerala.
2. She began learning Carnatic music at the age of 5.
3. Throughout her academic career, she excelled in singing competitions, capturing top honors.
4. Roopa learned to play the Sarangi and won multiple classical music competitions.
5. She gained fame by winning the musical talent hunt reality show Super Star Global.
6. Roopa moved to Chennai after her marriage in 2010.
7. Besides singing in her native languages, she has also performed in English and Konkani.
8. She has a passion for playing the sitar during her free time.
9. She received National Scholarship for young Carnatic musician.
10. Learned Carnatic Violin under Shri. T.H. Subrahmaniyam and now takes advanced lessons from Shri. Kalaimamani Embar Kannan.
11. Featured singer for the legendary late Kalamandalam Hyder Ali's Dance Drama – Salabhanjika.
12. Started learning Carnatic music at the age of five under the guidance of Dr. Malini Hariharan and Tamarakkadu Govindan Namboodiri.
13. Won first prize in classical singing and violin competitions in the Kerala State Level Youth Festival for five consecutive years (2001–2005).
14. Completed her graduation and post-graduation with distinction.
15. Joined K.S. Chithra’s band in 2013.
16. Became active on social media with violin covers and other videos from 2017.
17. Learned Carnatic Violin under Shri. T.H. Subrahmaniyam and takes advanced lessons from Shri. Kalaimamani Embar Kannan
18. Also learned to play the Sarangi
19. Won State Winner Award in Carnatic Music for the MG University Youth Festival during school
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