Kamal Khan is an Indian singer who became popular after winning the singing reality shows ‘Awaaz Punjab Di’ in 2008 and Zee TV’s ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Singing Superstar’ in 2010. Kamal got his first Bollywood break after winning Zee TV’s singing competition.
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Kamal Khan was born on Tuesday, 25 December 1989 (age 33 years; as of 2023) in the village Reeth Kheri, district Patiala, Punjab, India. His zodiac sign is Tauras.
Kamal Khan’s childhood photo
Kamal Khan attended a local government school in his village and then pursued his graduation from a government college in Patiala, Punjab.
Physical Appearance
Height (approx.): 5′ 5″
Weight (approx.): 65 kg
Hair Colour: Natural Black
Eye Colour: Dark Brown
Body Measurements (approx.): Chest: 40″, Waist: 32″, Biceps: 14″
Family
Parents & Siblings
Kamal Khan’s father, Jaswant, was an employee in the health department of Patiala, Punjab. His mother, Sargi, is a homemaker.
Kamal Khan with his mother, Sargi
Kamal Khan with his father, Jaswant
Kamal Khan has 2 siblings, sister Aman, and brother Vaneet Khan. Vaneet Khan is a Punjabi singer.
Kamal Khan with his brother, Vaneet Khan
Wife & Children
Kamal Khan married twice. He first got married to Ekta, a Canadian girl, in 2012. The couple got blessed with a daughter, Vaidhita, in 2013. Later, the couple got divorced.
Kamal Khan with his first wife, Aman
Kamal Khan with his daughter, Vaidhita, from his first marriage
In 2020, Kamal Khan got married to Mira. The couple got blessed with a daughter, Laiba Kamal Khan.
Kamal Khan with his second wife, Mira Khan
Kamal Khan with his daughter, Laiba Kamal Khan, from his second marriage
Career
Reality TV Shows
Kamal Khan won MH One Music’s singing reality TV show ‘Awaaz Punjab Di Season 3’ in 2008. Kamal Khan and Manu Vandna shared the winning trophy.
Kamal Khan won the singing reality show ‘Awaaz Punjab Di’
In 2010, Kamal Khan won Zee TV’s singing reality TV show ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Singing Superstar.’ As the winning price, Kamal Khan received a car, Tata Sumo Grande MK II and a bike, Hero Karizma ZMR. The show was judged by Vishal-Shekhar, Daler Mehndi, and Sajid–Wajid.
Kamal Khan won the singing reality show ‘Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Singing Superstar’
Bollywood
Kamal Khan made his Bollywood debut with the song ‘Wallah Re Wallah’ from the movie ‘Tees Maar Khan’ in 2010. The song was composed by Vishal-Shekhar. The movie starred famous actors like Akshay Kumar, Katrina Kaif, and Salman Khan, and was directed by Farah Khan.
Salman Khan (left), Katrina Kaif (centre), and Akshay Kumar (right) in a still from the song ‘Wallah Re Wallah’
In 2011, Kamal Khan sang the superhit song ‘Ishq Sufiyana’ from the film ‘The Dirty Picture’ which starred actors like Vidya Balan, Naseeruddin Shah, and Emraan Hashmi. This song gave Kamal a global recognition.
Imraan Hashmi in a still from the song ‘Ishq Sufiyana’
In 2013, Kamal sang the song ‘Jhooth Boliya’ from the film ‘Jolly LLB.’ The film starred actors like Arshad Warsi, Amrita Rao, and Boman Irani. The music of the song was directed by KRSNA.
Punjabi Films
Kamal Khan made his singing debut in 2012 with the Punjabi film ‘Pata Nahi Rabb Kehdeyan Rangan Ch Raazi,’ in which he sang the title track along with Feroz Khan. The film starred actors like Neeru Bajwa and Gurpreet Ghuggi. Kamal Khan got famous in the Punjabi music industry with his song ‘Awaaz’ in the film ‘Qismat’ in 2018. The song got successful on the global level. The film starred actors like Ammy Virk and Sargun Mehta.
Sargun Mehta (driving) and Ammy Virk in a still from the song ‘Awaaz’
In 2020, Kamal Khan sang the song ‘Ammi’ in the film ‘Sufna.’ The film starred actors like Ammy Virk and Tania.
Tania in a still from the song ‘Awaaz’
Singles
Kamal Khan sang many superhit single tracks like ‘Sada Haal’ (2015), ‘Oh Kithey’ (2015), ‘Meri Heer’ (2016), ‘Demand’ (2019), and ‘Supna’ (2021).
Tattoos
Kamal Khan got a tattoo of his daughter’s name ‘Vaidhita’ inked on his left arm, which he later got covered up with another tattoo of a feather and musical notes. He also has a tattoo of a mic, headphones, and a lifeline on his right arm.
Kamal Khan’s tattoo of her first daughter’s name on his left arm
Kamal Khan’s tattoo of a feather and musical notes on his left arm
Kamal Khan’s tattoo of a mic, headphones, and lifeline on his right arm
Awards & Nominations
- Kamal Khan was nominated for the Screen Award for Best Male Playback Singer in 2010.
- Kamal Khan was nominated for the Zee Cine Award for Best Playback Singer – Male in 2012.
- Kamal Khan won the Zee Cine’s Fresh Singing Talent Award in 2012.
Kamal Khan receiving the Zee Cine Award for Fresh Singing Talent of 2012, from Sajid (right)-Wajid (left)
- Kamal Khan won the 4th Mirchi Music Awards for the Best Vocalist of the Year (2012), for the song ‘Ishq Sufiyana.’
- Kamal Khan won the 4th Mirchi Music Awards for the Upcoming Male Vocalist of the Year in 2012 for the song ‘Ishq Sufiyana.’
- In 2012, Kamal Khan was nominated for the IIFA Award for Best Male Playback Singer.
- In 2012, Kamal Khan won the award for Best Music Debut at the Global Indian Music Academy Awards for the song ‘Ishq Sufiyana.’
- In 2013, Kamal Khan won the People’s Choice Awards India for Favorite Male Singer.
- In 2018, Kamal Khan won the award for Best Youngest Sufi Singer at the E24 Radio Dhamal Punjabi Music Awards 2018.
Favourites
- Holiday Destination: Canada
- Song: ‘Sadeyan Para To Sikhi Udna’ by Sardool Sikander
Facts/Trivia
- Kamal Khan started singing at the age of 4.
- Kamal Khan learnt to sing from his mother as his mother used to sing.
- Kamal Khan’s maternal grandfather, Maghar Ali Diwana, and maternal uncle, Shaukat Ali Diwana, were famous Punjabi singers.
Kamal Khan’s grandfather, Maghar Ali Diwana
- Kamal Khan’s father was strictly against his decision to pursue singing. His father expelled him from the house for his decision.
- Kamal Khan loved farming in his village before he became a singer.
- Kamal Khan has also judged many seasons of the music reality TV show Voice of Punjab.
Kamal Khan as judge of Voice of Punjab with Iqbal Mahal (centre) and Kamaljeet Neeru (right)
- Kamal Khan used to work in a factory in Patiala as a labour before getting into the music industry.
- Kamal Khan’s first salary was Rs. 1200 per month in a factory in Patiala, Punjab.
- Kamal Khan’s nickname is ‘Laddi.’
- Kamal Khan was given the name ‘Kamaal’ (amazing) by Gurpreet Ghuggi and Malkit Singh in the show ‘Awaaz Punjab Di.’
Kamal Khan with Punjabi singer, Malkit Singh
- Kamal Khan’s first stage performance before the reality TV shows was at a cultural program in Patiala.
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