'The Voice India' winner wants to be Salman, Akshay, Ranbir's voice
After winning the singing reality show "The Voice India", Uttarakhand-based Pawandeep Rajan wants to realise his new dream -- be a playback singer in Bollywood, and sing for stars as popular as Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar and Ranbir
Published: Tuesday,Sep 01, 2015 17:12 PM GMT-06:00
After winning the singing reality show "The Voice India", Uttarakhand-based Pawandeep Rajan wants to realise his new dream -- be a playback singer in Bollywood, and sing for stars as popular as Salman Khan, Akshay Kumar and Ranbir Kapoor.
"I like to sing Sufi songs, but now I've started taking interest in other genres too. My idol is Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, and I believe in hard work. I would love to do playback singing in Bollywood, and want to sing for Ranbir Kapoor, Akshay Kumar and Salman Khan," Pawandeep told IANS over phone from Mumbai.
Pawandeep, who was announced the winner during a spectacular grand finale of the show on Sunday, is a member of Chandigarh-based band Rait, where he performs as lead vocalist along with Pawan Bhatt, Paras Roriyal and Vishant Nagra.
His victory on the show was beyond belief for him.
"I come from Uttarakhand and music has not evolved much there. So, this is a big achievement for me -- to come from a small town and showcase my talent to the nation," the 20-year-old said.
"Winning apart, I acknowledge the fact that I made it to the auditions. I have received full support from people in Uttarakhand, and my family," said the fresh talent, who was mentored in the show by celebrated singer Shaan.
Pawandeep, who has won a whopping Rs.5 million as cash prize from &TV, a Maruti Alto K10 car and a deal to record his first single with music label Universal, has music in his blood.
His father Suresh Rajan is a teacher and a folk singer, while his mother Saroj Rajan is a housewife.
During "The Voice India", the Indian adaptation of internationally known show "The Voice", Pawandeep showcased his versatility as a singer by belting Sufi, Punjabi and classical numbers with equal ease. His grand finale performance on "Selfie le le" set the party mood on the set.
He is now focussed on learning more about singing from Shaan, and will continue to work with his band Rait.
Comments (46)
Keep rocking Pawandeep rajan with your talents and music - your singing gives peace, comfort and happiness - indeed a magical voice and best deserved to win the trophy.
8 years ago
So happy that he won. completely deserving
8 years ago
Shahrukh! You are the king of love! Love you loads! So proud that you are loved by the world, and you belong to India! Can't wait for the movie to be released. 1st day 1st show for me.
11 years ago
Jab tak hai jaan ... We luv Shahrukh Khan... umaaahhh
11 years ago
Cant wait!!!! SRK looks sooo good!!!!!!!
11 years ago
Congrats.. to the whole team of JTHJ. Everything is so perfect about it.
11 years ago
luv you srk..u are a true entertainer.all the best for jab tk hy jaan.
11 years ago
srk so excited for jab tk hy jaan..all the best my hero.
11 years ago
jab hy jaan will surely a blockbuster.love shahukh khan so much.
11 years ago
the tralier was super...so excited for the movie..srk is te best.
11 years ago