Quick Info
| Profession | Music Director, Singer |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 28/06/1973 |
| Age | 53 years |
| Birthplace | Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Zodiac Sign | Cancer |
Latest News about Vishal Dadlani
Vishal Dadlani's song 'Aazma Le' was released as a tribute to the Indian Air Force, connected to Operation Safed Sagar, ahead of its Netflix premiere. The track was presented as a patriotic salute to the armed forces.
Vishal Dadlani publicly apologized to Jasleen Royal during an Indian Idol recording after earlier criticism related to her performance. The apology came on air and was widely reported as a notable moment on the show.
Vishal Dadlani publicly denied viral claims that he had been removed from the Indian Idol judges' panel after criticising the government over the NEET UG 2026 paper leak. He had earlier posted a video expressing support for the students affected by the cancelled exam.
Vishal Dadlani faced online backlash and calls for his removal from Indian Idol after a viral video showed him in conversation with Pakistani journalist Safina Khan in London. He had not issued a detailed public response at the time, and no official action was announced by the show's producers or broadcaster.
Vishal Dadlani announced that he was stepping away from Indian Idol after six seasons. He said he wanted more time back for music and live performances, and could not remain tied to Mumbai for long stretches every year.
Vishal Dadlani suffered a minor accident in February 2025, which led to the postponement of a planned Vishal-Sheykhar concert in Pune. Reports said he was undergoing treatment and the event would be rescheduled. The organizers apologized to ticket holders and promised refunds if needed.
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Bio/Wiki
| Vishal Dadlani is an Indian singer, songwriter, music composer, and occasional actor. | |
| He is one half of the duo Vishal–Shekhar and the frontman and vocalist of the rock band Pentagram. | |
| He has continued to work as a composer and singer in Hindi films in 2026, including the song 'Aazma Le', a tribute to the Indian Air Force released ahead of a Netflix premiere. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 7" (170 cm) |
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| Weight | 82 kg |
| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | N/A (Bald) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | VIT University, Vellore |
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| Educational Qualifications | Graduate |
Personal Life
| Zodiac sign: Cancer | |
| Religion: Hinduism | |
| Address: Peddar Road, Mumbai |
Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Divorced |
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| Wife | Priyali Dadlani (m.1999-div.2017) |
Family
| Father | Name not known (Businessman) |
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| Mother | Reshma Dadlani |
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| Spouse | Priyali Dadlani (m. 1999; div. 2017) |
Career
| Debut Music Direction: Pyaar Mein Kabhi Kabhi (1999) | |
| Debut Singing: "Ruk Ruk Rukna Na" song in the film Jhankaar Beats (2003) | |
| Frontman and vocalist of rock band Pentagram since 1994 | |
| One half of the music duo Vishal–Shekhar | |
| Judge on Indian Idol Junior seasons 1 and 2 | |
| Judge on Jo Jeeta Wohi Super Star with Farah Khan and Shekhar Ravjiani | |
| Collaborated with international artists like Imogen Heap, Diplo, The Vamps, and Akon | |
| Won Filmfare RD Burman Award for New Music Talent for Jhankaar Beats | |
| Sang and composed for Hindi films including Pathaan (2023) and Jawan (2023), with credits such as 'Jhoome Jo Pathaan' and 'Not Ramaiya Vastavaiya' | |
| Contributed a vocal to Shreya Ghoshal and Shaan's collaboration on the musical film project Mr. Paanwala in 2026 |
Favourites
| Food | Sindhi Dishes and Chinese Jasmine Tea |
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| Actor | Shah Rukh Khan |
| Film | Bollywood: Border |
| Musician | Raghu Dixit, Shaan, Nikhil D'souza |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Vishal began his music career as a singer in Mumbai's electronic band 'Pentagram'. | |
| 2. Besides Hindi, he and Shekhar Ravjiani have composed music for Telugu, Tamil, and Marathi movies. | |
| 3. While he is not formally trained in music, his passion grew from listening to his father's music collection. | |
| 4. As India's top music composer, he is known for live performances through the internet and smartphones. | |
| 5. He is a dedicated supporter of the Aam Aadmi Party. | |
| 6. Vishal owns a music label named 'Vishal Likes That' or 'VLT' to encourage new talent in the music industry. | |
| 7. He has made cameo appearances in films like Om Shanti Om (2007) and Tees Maar Khan (2010). | |
| 8. Does Vishal Dadlani smoke?: Yes | |
| 9. Influenced by rock legends like Pink Floyd and Queen |
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