Shekhar Ravjiani

Music Composer, Singer

Indian Kutch, Gujarat

Quick Info

ProfessionMusic Composer, Singer
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth29/11/1978
Age47 years
BirthplaceKutch, 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

Height175 cm
Weight65 kg
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack
Chest40 Inches
Waist30 Inches
Biceps12 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 StatusMarried
Affairs/GirlfriendsNot Known
Wife/SpouseChhaya
ChildrenBipasha

Family

FatherHasmukh Ravjiani (Share Trader)
MotherKusum Ravjiani (Homemaker)
Family OriginKutch region of India
Notable ConnectionFamily was close friends with late Ghazal singer Jagjit Singh, whose home was nearby

Career

Debut
Music CompositionPyaar Mein Kabhi Kabhi (1999)
Film (Acting)Neerja (2016)
PartnershipVishal-Shekhar duo formed with Vishal Dadlani
Notable WorkComposed and produced numerous popular Bollywood songs for various film soundtracks
Other Films
  • Kaante (2002)
  • Supari (2003)
  • Jhankaar Beats (2003)
  • Waisa Bhi Hota Hai Part II (2003)
  • Plan (2004)
TV Judging
  • Jo Jeeta Wohi Super Star
  • Saregamapa
  • Indian Idol
  • Dil Hai Hindustani
  • The Voice India

Favourites

Favourite ActorShah Rukh Khan
Favourite Singers
Favourite Music Directors
Favourite Directors
Favourite ColourBlack
Favourite DestinationLondon

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
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