One of the most well-known and talented vocalists in India is Sonu Nigam. Over the course of a career spanning over twenty years, the singer has demonstrated his abilities in the music business and has managed to enthrall millions of followers. He discussed his difficult times in a recent interview and shared some surprising insights.
In an interview with Ranveer Allahbadia, Sonu Nigam reminisced about his days of visiting several studios in quest of possibilities. Nigam related an incident about Anu Malik in which he said the composer used to trick him by posing as his younger brother Abu. “Anu ji karte the naatak. He would act as though he were Abu. “Anu ji nahi hain, main unka chota bhai Abu bol raha hun,” he would add. Though one should bide one’s time, I knew it was him,” he remarked.
He continued by saying that when they asked him to sing, he selected the song “Tanhayi.” After surprising everyone in the studio, he went on to major vocal assignments.
Sonu Nigam gained notoriety for his singing but also for presenting the singing reality show Sa Re Ga Ma Pa. The season that Shreya Ghoshal competed in was hosted by him.