Badshah, born Aditya Prateek Singh on November 19, 1985, is a famous Indian rapper, songwriter, music producer and television personality.
He has made significant contributions to the Indian hip-hop scene and Bollywood music and is known for his catchy tracks and energetic performances.
Badshah first rose to fame with his breakthrough song “DJ Waley Babu” which became a hit upon its release.
He has since released several chart-topping singles in Hindi, Punjabi and Haryanvi, including collaborations with international artists.
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- Full name: Aditya Prateik Singh
- Nickname: Badshah
- Date of birth: November 19, 1985
- Age: 39 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Delhi, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Occupation: Rapper, songwriter, music producer, television personality
- Height: 1.78 m
- Parents: Not applicable
- Siblings: Aparajita Singh
- Spouse: Jasmine Masih (divorced)
- Children: Jessimi Singh
- Relationship status: Dating Isha Rikhi
- Religion: Not applicable
- Ethnicity: Indian
- Net worth: $10 million
early life and education
Badshah was born on November 19, 1985 and is 39 years old. He grew up in Delhi and developed an interest in music as a child.
He initially started his career under the name “Cool Equal” and later adopted the stage name Badshah on the advice of fellow artist Yo Yo Honey Singh.
Badshah was educated at Punjab University, where he studied civil engineering, but eventually decided to focus on his passion for music.
His early career included producing songs and working with various underground artists before achieving mainstream success. He is recognized for his unique fusion of hip-hop and Punjabi music.
personal life
Badshah is currently in a relationship with Isha Rikhi. In April 2023, there were reports that Badshah and Rikshi were planning to get married at a monastery in northern India.
However, Badshah later denied the rumors on Instagram Stories, saying: “Dear media… I respect you but this is so lame. I will not get married.”
Badshah was previously married to Jasmine Masih, with whom he has a daughter named Jessemy Grace Masih Singh. The couple separated in 2020.
Badshah is rumored to be dating Pakistani actress Hania Aamir. The two were seen interacting at events, including a performance by Diljit Dosanjh, where Aamir was a guest.
Profession
Badshah’s career took off with his debut commercial song “DJ Waley Babu” which garnered over 50 million views within 24 hours of its release.
This success paved the way for numerous hits such as “Genda Phool”, “Kar Gayi Chull” and “Proper Patola”. He has collaborated with many well-known artists, including J Balvin and Lil Baby.
In addition to his music career, Badshah also dabbled in acting and acted in Kandani Shafakana (2019), in which he played a supporting role.
He has also made cameos in several films and is involved in the music production of Bollywood soundtracks.
Badshah’s influence was not limited to music. He has become a well-known figure on television as a judge on various talent shows and has contributed to the development of Indian hip-hop culture.
Awards
- PTC Punjabi Music Awards:
- Best Urban Song (“DJ Waley Babu,” 2016)
- Movie Fare Award:
- Best Playback Vocalist (Male) Nominated for “Genda Phool” (2021)
net worth
Badshah’s net worth is estimated to be approximately $10 million.
His successful music career, which includes album sales, concert tours, brand endorsements and television appearances, has largely amassed this wealth.
dispute
Badshah has faced several controversies during his career, especially over copyright issues related to his songs.
One notable incident involved his hit song “Genda Pool”, which was adapted from a traditional Bengali folk song. The original composer Ratan Kahar claimed ownership of the song; however, Badshah stated that it was a traditional folk work protected by the public domain.
Additionally, Badshah’s rise to fame has prompted scrutiny of the commercialization of Indian hip-hop culture.
Some critics believe that mainstream artists like him may dilute the authenticity of underground hip-hop by prioritizing commercial success over artistic integrity.
social media
- Instagram: @badboyshah
- Twitter: @its_badshah
film chronology
- Khandaani Shafakhana (2019) – Gabru Ghatak
- Jazbaa (2015) – guest appearance
- Veere Di Wedding (2019) – guest appearance
- Bala (2019) – guest appearance
- Good Newwz (2019) – guest appearance
- Ek Return of the Villain (2022) – guest appearance
- The Crew (2023) – guest appearance
discography
album
- The Power of Children’s Dreams (2020)
singles
- DJ Wally Babu
- Genda Poole
- Carl Guy Zur
- Right Patola
- panipani
