Quick Info
| Profession | Music Composer, Singer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 29/11/1978 |
| Age | 47 years |
| Birthplace | Kutch, Gujarat |
Latest News about Shekhar Ravjiani
15/06/2025
Shekhar Ravjiani announced the launch of a new music education initiative in Mumbai, expanding the GIIS-Shekhar Ravjiani School Of Music to include online modules for students across India. The initiative aims to provide classical and contemporary music training to over 50,000 students by 2027, with a focus on underprivileged communities.
20/03/2025
Shekhar Ravjiani and Vishal Dadlani reunited to compose the soundtrack for the upcoming Bollywood film 'Dil Dhadakne Do 2', marking their first major collaboration since 2020. The duo expressed excitement about blending their signature style with modern sounds for the film, which is set to release in late 2025.
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Bio/Wiki
| Singer, composer, and director best known as one half of the musical-directing duo Vishal-Shekhar | |
| Has worked on numerous Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, and Marathi films | |
| Served as judge on Sa Re Ga Ma Pa in 2007 and 2010 | |
| Known for playback singing with hit tracks including Tujhe Bhula Diya, Bin Tere, and Meherbaan | |
| Also works as a record producer and actor | |
| Co-created immensely successful soundtracks for over 65 films including Jhankaar Beats, Om Shanti Om, Bachna Ae Haseeno, Anjaana Anjaani, Dostana, Chennai Express, Tiger Zinda Hai, and War | |
| Launched the GIIS-Shekhar Ravjiani School Of Music, accessible to over 15,000 students across 21 GIIS schools worldwide | |
| Received the IIFA Award for Best Music Director for the film 'Chennai Express' (2013) | |
| Won the Filmfare Award for Best Music Director for 'Om Shanti Om' (2007) |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 175 cm |
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| Weight | 65 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
| Chest | 40 Inches |
| Waist | 30 Inches |
| Biceps | 12 Inches |
Personal Life
| Classically trained in singing from age 8 | |
| Competed in ZeeTV reality singing competition Sa Re Ga Ma Pa in 1997 at age 20 | |
| Started career in advertising industry composing ad jingles | |
| Met Vishal Dadlani at a studio, leading to formation of Vishal-Shekhar duo | |
| First studio was located inside a marble factory in Worli, Mumbai, next to a graveyard | |
| Wrote and sang two Marathi songs: Saazni (2012) and Saavli (2013) | |
| Currently resides in South Mumbai | |
| Religious person who prays before leaving his house | |
| Takes breaks in London for solitude amidst work commitments | |
| Has collaborated with international bands and musicians on globally acclaimed tracks |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Not Known |
| Wife/Spouse | Chhaya |
| Children | Bipasha |
Family
| Father | Hasmukh Ravjiani (Share Trader) |
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| Mother | Kusum Ravjiani (Homemaker) |
| Family Origin | Kutch region of India |
| Notable Connection | Family was close friends with late Ghazal singer Jagjit Singh, whose home was nearby |
Career
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| Partnership | Vishal-Shekhar duo formed with Vishal Dadlani | ||||
| Notable Work | Composed and produced numerous popular Bollywood songs for various film soundtracks | ||||
| Other Films |
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| TV Judging |
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Favourites
| Favourite Actor | Shah Rukh Khan |
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| Favourite Colour | Black |
| Favourite Destination | London |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Shekhar's parents played musical instruments daily, instilling in him a love for music. | |
| 2. Living close to Jagjit Singh, Shekhar formed a close friendship with the late singer. | |
| 3. At 8 years old, Shekhar began his journey in classical music. | |
| 4. He started composing ad jingles after auditioning for 'Sa Re Ga Ma' at the age of 20. | |
| 5. Shekhar and Vishal Dadlani met at a studio, leading to their successful musical partnership. | |
| 6. The 'Vishal-Shekhar' duo made their debut with 'Pyaar Mein Kabhi Kabhi' in 1999. | |
| 7. For solitude amidst work commitments, Shekhar takes breaks in London. | |
| 8. A religious person, Shekhar prays before leaving his house. | |
| 9. Father Hasmukh Ravjiani taught him how to play the accordion |