Daler Mehndi

Daler Mehndi, born on August 18, 1967, is a renowned Indian singer, songwriter, and record producer known for popularizing Bhangra music globally and establishing Indian pop music beyond Bollywood. Famous for his energetic dance tracks, vibrant turbans, and unique style, Mehndi became a household name with his 1995 debut album Bolo Ta Ra Ra, which sold over 20 million copies and earned him multiple awards. His follow-up albums, Dardi Rab Rab and Balle Balle, broke records and further solidified his status as a leading pop artist.

In 1998, Mehndi achieved international fame with his iconic song "Tunak Tunak Tun." The music video, made with an unprecedented ₹25 million budget, showcased advanced visual effects and became a global sensation. Over the years, he also ventured into Bollywood, composing and singing hit tracks like "Na Na Na Re" for Mrityudata and "Nach Le" with A.R. Rahman. His experimental album Ek Dana in 2000 blended folk, rock, and pop, featuring actress Priyanka Chopra in one of its videos...Read More »