Shreya Ghoshal

Shreya Ghoshal is one of India’s most popular and versatile singers. She has sung songs in various languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Bengali, Marathi, Gujarati and more.
She has won numerous awards and accolades for her melodious voice and musical talent. She is also a judge on several reality shows and a mentor to many aspiring singers.

Basic Information

Full NameShreya Ghoshal
ProfessionPlayback Singer
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth12 March 1984
Current Age39 years old (as of 2023)
GenderFemale
Place of BirthBerhampore, Murshidabad, West Bengal, India
Zodiac signPisces

Physical Stats

Height5 ft 3 in (161 cm)
Weight54 kg (119 lbs)
Body Measurements34-28-34 inches
Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorBlack
RaceIndian
Tattoos on body
Shoe Size7 (US)
BuildSlim

Early life

Shreya Ghoshal was born on 12 March 1984 in Berhampore, West Bengal.
She started learning music at the young age of four from her mother, who is also a singer.
She later trained under various classical music gurus, participated in many competitions and won many prizes.
She got her first break when she auditioned for the reality show Sa Re Ga Ma Pa in 2000.
She impressed the judges and the audience with her flawless rendition of classical and semi-classical songs.
She was declared the winner of the show and received a lot of recognition and fame.
She was noticed by the legendary music director A.R. Rahman, who offeredher the chance to sing for his film Devdas in 2002.
She sang five songs for the film, including the iconic “Bairi Piya”, which earned her the National Film Award and the Filmfare Award for Best Female Playback Singer.
Since then, she has sung for many films and albums across genres and languages.

Past & Current Relationships, affairs

FatherBishwajit Ghoshal (Electrical Engineer)
MotherSarmistha Ghoshal (Literature post-graduate)
SiblingsSoumyadeep Ghoshal (Brother)
Marital StatusMarried
HusbandShiladitya Mukhopadhyaya (Entrepreneur)
Past LoversNot found
Sexual orientationStraight

Shreya Ghoshal has always kept her personal life private and away from the media glare. She has never been linked to any co-stars or colleagues in the industry.
She married her childhood friend Shiladitya Mukhopadhyaya, who is an entrepreneur, in 2015.
They had a low-key wedding ceremony with only close friends and family members. They welcomed their first child, a son named Devyaan, in 2021.

Early Life & Education

Shreya Ghoshal was born into a Bengali Hindu family. Her father, Bishwajit Ghoshal, is an electrical engineer and works for the Nuclear Power Corporation of India.
Her mother, Sarmistha Ghoshal, is a literature post-graduate and a singer. She has a brother named Soumyadeep Ghoshal, who is also a singer and a composer.
Shreya Ghoshal completed her schooling at Atomic Energy Central School in Rawatbhata, Rajasthan.
She then moved to Mumbai with her family and graduated from SIES College of Arts, Science & Commerce with a degree in Arts.
She also holds an honorary doctorate from Sathyabama University for her contribution to music.

Career

OccupationPlayback Singer
Years Active1998–present

Shreya Ghoshal made her debut as a playback singer in Bollywood with the song Bairi Piya from the movie Devdas in 2002.
She sang five songs for the movie and won the National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer, along with several other awards.
She became one of the most sought-after singers in the industry and collaborated with many renowned music directors and composers.
She has sung for some of the biggest stars and movies in Bollywood, such as Aashiqui 2, Bajirao Mastani, Padmaavat, Kalank, and more.
Shreya Ghoshal has also ventured into other genres of music, such as pop, ghazals, devotional and regional songs.
She has released several albums and singles, both solo and with other artists.
She has also performed live concerts across India and abroad. She has a huge fan following on social media and is known for her humble and down-to-earth personality.

Net Worth

Current Net WorthEstimated to be around 185 crore INR as of 2023
FeesCharges 20-40 lakh rupees per song depending on work
Sources of IncomePlayback singing and live performances

Shreya Ghoshal is not only a successful singer but also a wealthy one. According to various sources, her net worth is estimated to be around $25 million as of 2023.
She earns most of her income from singing for movies, albums, concerts, and endorsements.
She also owns several properties and assets in India and abroad.
She lives a luxurious lifestyle and spends generously on her hobbies and passions.

Interesting facts and Trivia

  • Shreya has been honored by the U.S. state of Ohio, where Governor Ted Strickland declared the 26th of June as “Shreya Ghoshal Day”.
  • She was awarded with the highest honour in London by the members of House of Commons of the United Kingdom in April 2013.
  • Shreya started learning music at the age of four.
  • She is a Bengali and was born in Baharampur, West Bengal.
  • Shreya has recorded film songs in 12 different Indian languages.
  • Her mother was one of her greatest supporters and helped her during rehearsals and accompanied her on the tanpura while Shreya was singing.
  • Shreya Ghoshal started her musical journey at 4 and performed on stage for the first time at the age of 6.
  • She has won the National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer four times and the Filmfare Award for Best Female Playback Singer seven times.
  • Shreya Ghoshal is also a classical singer. She has learned music from Late Kalyanji Bhai, Late Mukta Bhide, and Late Prahlad Brahmabhatt.
  • She has lent her voice to various Bollywood actresses, including Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Deepika Padukone, and Anushka Sharma.
  • Shreya Ghoshal is multilingual and sings in several languages, including Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Marathi, and Malayalam.
  • She has also judged various singing reality shows, including Indian Idol, Sa Re Ga Ma Pa, and The Voice of India.
  • In 2015, she was honored by the United States state of Ohio, where Governor John Kasich declared June 26 as “Shreya Ghoshal Day.”
  • She has collaborated with renowned musicians like AR Rahman, Ilaiyaraaja, Pritam, and Vishal-Shekhar.
  • Shreya Ghoshal is known for her philanthropic work and is associated with organizations like Save the Children and CRY.
  • She is a vegetarian and loves to cook in her free time.
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