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| Mika Singh | |
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| Birth name | Amrik Singh |
| Also known as | Mika Singh |
| Born | Durgapur, West Bengal |
| Origin | Durgapur, West Bengal |
| Genres | Pop, Bhangara, Hip-Hop[1] |
| Occupations | Singer, Rapper, Songwriter |
| Years active | 1992-present |
| Website | www.mikasingh.in |
Amrik Singh born on June 10 in Durgapur, West Bengal known by his stage name Mika is an Indian pop singer and rapper. He is considered a highly acclaimed Punjabi singer.[citation needed] He has done songs for many Bollywood films, which include Singh Is Kinng and Jab We Met. His range as a playback singer is limited, but commercially he is successful with hit songs. The latest is "Desi Beat" from the film Bodyguard. He has participated in reality show called Iss Jungle Se Mujhe Bachao and Music Ka Maha Muqabala. He is also in media due to controversies.
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[edit] Early Life
Mika was born at Durgapur, West Bengal and brought up in Patna, Bihar along with his brother Daler Mehndi. His father, Ajmer Singh Chandan, is a trained classical musician of the old school. His mother, Balbir Kaur, was also aware of folk music. He is the youngest brother of the six brothers. The names are as follows (from eldest to youngest): Shamsher Mehndi, Amarjeet Mehndi, Daler Mehndi, Harjeet Mehndi, Joginder Singh and Mika Singh.
"Dhakan hi hai yeh"
[edit] Career
Mika is a team captain, judge, and mentor for STAR Plus's Music Ka Maha Muqqabla for the team Mika's Blasters.
He has completed the film Mitti and composed its music. bohat farag singer hai
Mika worked with California based Bohemia for Universal Music's ‘Sher e Punjab’.[2]
[edit] Live concerts
Mika is known for his large audiences at shows, once even as large as 90,000 people.[1] He was set to release his fifth studio album in 2008 which was highly anticipated due to the involvement of Vikas Kohli and the work done at the Fatlabs studio in Canada.
[edit] Discography
(Chronological order)
- Ishq Brandy
- Dunali
- Gabru,,
- Saawan Mein Lag Gayee Aag
- Jaan Qurban
- Out Of Control Punjabis
- Something Something (Mika album)
- billo yaar di
[edit] Feature film
- Mitti (released on 8 January, 2010)
- Loot (released on 4 November, 2011)
- Tom Dick and Harry Rock Again (filming)
| Movie Name[3] | Year | Status | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agent Vinod (2012 film) | 2012 | ||
| Khokababu | 2012 | (Bengali) Movie Songs | |
| Paglu | 2011 | (Bengali) Movie Songs | |
| Loot | 2011 | Released | |
| Desi Boyz | 2011 | Released | |
| Bodyguard | 2011 | Released | |
| Ready | 2011 | Released | |
| Pyar ka Punchnama | 2011 | ||
| Tanu Weds Manu | 2011 | Released | |
| Jugni (Special Appearance) | Pre-released | ||
| F.A.L.T.U | 2010 | Released | |
| Tom Dick and Harry Rock Again | 2010 | Under Production | Actor |
| Cabaret | 2010 | Under Production | Actor |
| Lamhaa | 2010 | 16 July 2010 | |
| Saajna | 2010 | Released | |
| Love.Com | 2010 | Under Production | Music Director, Actor, Singer |
| Mr. Bhatti On Chutti | 2010 | Under Production | |
| Once Upon a Time in Mumbai | 2010 | Released | |
| Housefull | 2010 | Released | |
| Krantiveer - The Revolution | 2010 | Under Production | |
| Ek Aadat | 2010 | Under Production | |
| Toh Baat Pakki | 2010 | Released | |
| Adhurs | 2010 | Released | |
| De Dana Dan | 2009 | Released | |
| Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani | 2009 | Released | |
| Dil Bole Hadippa! | 2009 | Released | |
| Quick Gun Murugun | 2009 | Released | |
| Life Partner | 2009 | Released | |
| Jai Veeru | 2009 | Released | |
| Jugaad | 2009 | Released | |
| Bad Luck Govind | 2009 | Released | |
| Wafaa | 2008 | Released | |
| Dil Kabaddi | 2008 | Released | |
| Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye! | 2008 | Released | |
| C Kkompany | 2008 | Released | |
| My Friend Ganesha 2 | 2008 | Released | Actor |
| Singh Is Kinng | 2008 | Released | |
| Ugly Aur Pagli | 2008 | Released | |
| Mission Istaanbul | 2008 | Released | Lyricist, Music Director |
| Woodstock Villa | 2008 | Released | |
| Mr. White Mr. Black | 2008 | Released | |
| Dus Kahaniyaan | 2007 | Released | |
| Jab We Met | 2007 | Released | |
| Dhol | 2007 | Released | |
| Shootout At Lokhandwala | 2007 | Released | Music Director |
| Nehlle Pe Dehlla | 2007 | Released | |
| Apna Sapna Money Money | 2006 | Released | |
| Pyaar Ke Side Effects | 2006 | Released |
[edit] Media controversy
Singh gained much media attention for his somewhat forcible kiss with Rakhi Sawant in June 2006 during his birthday party. Shortly thereafter, a man who had accompanied Sawant to the party was allegedly beaten when he protested what had happened. Afterward, Rakhi Sawant filed a molestation suit against Mika. She also approached the National Commission for Women (NCW) with a complaint of sexual assault against Mika. He came to the USA in 2010 and in Chicago in April.[4][5][6] On Jubilee Comedy Circus Rakhi Sawant forgave Mika for what happened and let bygones be bygones.
[edit] References
- ^ a b "Bollywood recording star seeks out young Canadian producer". CBC. 2 November 2007. http://www.cbc.ca/arts/music/story/2007/11/02/bollywood-record.html.
- ^ "Universal Music India". Umusicindia.com. http://www.umusicindia.com/album.php?albumid=618&hotcom=1&category=1. Retrieved 2011-07-30.
- ^ "Mika Singh : Filmography and Profile". Bollywoodhungama.com. http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/celebrities/filmography/13719/index.html. Retrieved 2011-07-30.
- ^ "Rakhi Sawant moves women's panel against Mika". The Times Of India. 16 June 2006. http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/Entertainment/Bollywood/Rakhi-Sawant-moves-womens-panel-against-Mika/articleshow/1654265.cms.
- ^ "Rakhi Sawant files molestation case", The Times of India.
- ^ . http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/articleshow/1637304.cms.[dead link]
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