Quick Info
| Profession | Lyricist, Music Composer, Singer, Poet |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Birthplace | Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh |
| Date of Birth | 21/04/1976 |
| Age | 50 years |
| Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Do you like Shabbir Ahmed?
You can vote only once.
72% like · 28% dislike
Bio/Wiki
| Known For | Hindi film lyrics and music composition |
|---|---|
| Notable Early Work | Lyricist debut in 2004 with Garv: Pride & Honour |
| Other Film Credits | Wanted (2009), Kya Love Story Hai, Partner (2007), Apna Sapna Money Money, Jodi Breakers |
| Recent Work | Lyricist and composer on the 2026 music video Maula with Javed Ali |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 170 cm |
|---|---|
| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Jamnabai Narsee School, Mumbai |
|---|---|
| Education | Class 10 |
Personal Life
| Mentor | Salman Khan |
|---|---|
| Early Aspiration | Acting, before turning to lyric writing on his father's guidance |
| Leisure | Reading and listening to poetry |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
|---|---|
| Marriage Date | 13/05/2014 |
Family
| Spouse | Shumaila Ahmed (YouTuber) |
|---|---|
| Children | He has a son and two daughters. One of his daughters' names is Sharia Ahmed. |
| Parents | His father has passed away. |
| Siblings | He has an elder brother and a younger brother. |
Career
| Debut | Film: Garv: Pride & Honour (2004) for the songs "Hum Tumko Nigahon Mein" and "Fariyaad Kya Kare Ham" |
|---|---|
| Awards | Mirchi Music Awards: 2012: Nominated for Critics' Award for Album of the Year for the Hindi film Bodyguard 2012: Nominated for Critics' Award for Best Song of the Year for the Hindi film Bodyguard 2012: Nominated for Critics' Award for Lyricist of the Year for the Hindi film Bodyguard for the song "Teri Meri" 2017: Won Mirchi Top 20 Award 2020: Nominated for Critics' Award for Independent Music Category (Indies) Zee Cine Awards: 2019: Won Viewers' Choice Award for Best Song of the Year for the song "Aankh Marey" from Hindi film Simmba; shared with Tanishk Bagchi 2019: Nominated for Viewers' Choice Award Best Song of the Year "Dilbar" from the Hindi film Satyameva Jayate 2019: Nominated for Viewers' Choice Award for Best Song of the Year for Love Will Take Over Other Awards: 2012: Nominated for International Indian Film Academy Award for the song "Teri Meri" from the Hindi film Bodyguard 2015: Nominated for Bollywood Hungama Surfers' Choice Music Award for the song "Jumme Ki Raat" from the Hindi film Kick |
Favourites
| Poet | Anand Bakshi |
|---|---|
| Music Director | Himesh Reshammiya |
| Actor(s) | Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Yash |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Shabbir Ahmed is an Indian artist known for his work as a lyricist, music composer, singer, and poet in Hindi films. | |
| 2. Initially aspiring to be an actor, Shabbir was directed towards becoming a lyricist by his father. | |
| 3. He drew musical inspiration from esteemed composers like Naushad, Mohammed Zahur Khayyam, and Madan Mohan. | |
| 4. During his childhood, Shabbir faced financial hardships, often having simple meals when guests visited. | |
| 5. Shabbir Ahmed has notably worked as a lyricist in several Salman Khan films among others. | |
| 6. Apart from Salman Khan films, Shabbir has contributed his lyrical skills to various Hindi movies. | |
| 7. In addition to his lyrics, Shabbir has composed songs such as "Vande Mataram" and "Allah Hu Allah" in Bollywood. | |
| 8. He has also lent his lyrical talents to Hindi music albums and international music projects. | |
| 9. Shabbir Ahmed's wife, Shumaila Ahmed, shares her culinary expertise on her YouTube channel Shahi Lazzat. | |
| 10. In a collaboration with Kanika Kapoor, Shabbir sang Hindi songs like "Super Girl From China" and "Teddy Bear." | |
| 11. He has been a jury member on 'Sa Re Ga Ma Pa L'il Champs' and enjoys reading and listening to poetry in his leisure time. | |
| 12. Shabbir Ahmed acknowledges Salman Khan as his mentor, expressing gratitude for the support and opportunities given by the actor. | |
| 13. He has said that his success in Bollywood owes much to Salman Khan, whom he credits for opportunities early in his career. |
Social Media