Alok Achkar Peres Petrillo, known simply as Alok, is a Brazilian musician, DJ and record producer. He gained attention for his 2016 hit single “Listen to me now,” became a global success.
Since 2021, Alok has consistently ranked among the world’s top DJs, reaching number 4 on DJ Mag’s Top 100 DJs list for four consecutive years.
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- Full name: Alok Achkar Peres Petrillo
- Nickname: Alok
- Date of birth: August 26, 1991
- Age: 33 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Goiania, Goiás, Brazil
- Nationality: Brazilian
- Occupation: DJ, record producer
- Height: Not applicable
- Parents: Swarup Petrillo, Ekanta Petrillo
- Siblings: Bhaskar Petrillo (twin brother)
- Spouse: Romana Novais
- Children: Ravi Petrillo, Kanya Petrillo
- Relationship status: Married
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: Brazilian
- Net worth: $10 million
Early life and education
Alok is 33 years old this year. He was born on August 26, 1991 in Goiânia, Goiás, Brazil. He is the son of Swarup and Ekanta Petrillo, both influential figures in the Brazilian electronic music scene and pioneers of psychiatry. Alok’s name was inspired by a spiritual master he met during his parents’ travels in India; “Alok” means “light” in Sanskrit.
From a young age, Alok was passionate about music. He started learning to play musical instruments at the age of 10 with his twin brother Bhaskar. The brothers were introduced to music production through their father’s band and quickly developed an interest in mixing and creating electronic music.
They formed their first project called Logica while attending their parents’ performances at psychotic parties. Alok’s early exposure to music laid the foundation for his future career as a DJ and producer.
Personal life
Alok married Romana Novais on January 22, 2019. The couple welcomed their first child, Ravi Petrillo, in December 2020 and second child, Kanya Petrillo, in March 2022.
Their relationship is characterized by mutual support as they navigate both family life and Alok’s challenging music career.
Career
Alok began his career at the age of 12 when he began performing with his brother Bhaskar.
By the age of 19, he pursued a solo career and quickly gained recognition in the Brazilian electronic music community. His breakthrough came with the release of “Listen to me now” in 2016, the film became a huge hit worldwide.
Apart from his successful singles, Alok has also collaborated with many artists across different genres. He founded UP Club Records to promote new talent in electronic music and founded Controversia Records in partnership with Spinnin’ Records to focus on Brazilian bass music.
Alok has also made significant contributions to video games; He became a character in Garena Free Fire and released songs exclusively for the game. His innovative approach to combining music with gaming has expanded his reach beyond traditional audiences.
Prize
- House Mag’s Best Brazilian DJ (2014, 2015)
- Ranked 4th in DJ Mag’s Top 100 DJs (2021-2024)
- Recognized by Forbes Brasil as one of the most influential people under 30 (2017)
Net worth
Alok’s net worth is estimated at $10 million. His wealth mainly comes from music sales, live performances, brand partnerships, and his record label.
Social Media
Instagram: @alokTwitter: @alokYouTube: Alok
Records
- “Listen to me now”
- “Fuego”
- “Don’t say goodbye”
- “The Wall”
- “Vale Vale”
