Honey Singh, born Hirdesh Singh, is an Indian music producer, rapper, singer and lyricist known for his unique blend of Punjabi folk music with contemporary hip-hop and rap music.
Known professionally as Yo Yo Honey Singh, he became a dominant figure in the Indian music industry in 2011 with hit singles such as “Brown Rang” and “Angreji Beat”.
He continued to gain popularity through his work in Bollywood, with hits like “Lungi Dance” and “Chaar Botal Vodka” from “Chennai Express”.
Singh’s success stems from his musical talent and ability to blend genres, making him a key figure in modern Indian music.
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- Full name: Hirdesh Singh
- Nickname: Yo Yo Honey Singh
- Date of birth: March 15, 1983
- Age: 41 years old
- Gender: Male
- Place of birth: Hoshiarpur, Punjab, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Occupation: Music producer, rapper, singer, lyricist, actor
- Height: 5 feet 8 inches (173 cm)
- Parents: Bhupinder Kaur, Sarabjit Singh
- Siblings: Not applicable
- Spouse: Shalini Talwar (divorced 2022)
- Children: Not applicable
- Relationship status: Divorced
- Religion: Sikhism
- Ethnicity: Punjabi
- Net worth: $25 million
early life and education
Honey Singh, 41 years old, was born on March 15, 1983 in Hoshiarpur, Punjab, India. Raised in a Sikh family, Singh showed an interest in music from an early age, performing devotional songs at the gurdwara.
He completed his education at Guru Nanak Public School in Punjab and later continued his music studies at the prestigious Trinity School in London.
His interest in music led him to experiment with various genres, combining Punjabi folk music with Western influences such as hip-hop and rap.
Singer’s unique style gradually earned him recognition, especially in the underground music scene, before he entered the mainstream with his breakthrough success.
personal life
Honey Singh married her long-time partner Shalini Talwar in 2011. However, the marriage faced challenges due to Singer’s mental health issues and domestic abuse allegations.
In 2021, Shalini filed a lawsuit against Singh, accusing him of violating the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act.
This led to their very public divorce in September 2022, with Singer reportedly agreeing to pay a large alimony.
Singer has since spoken publicly about his struggles with bipolar disorder, substance abuse, and the impact they have had on his personal life, but he is currently single.
Profession
Honey Singh’s career began with the release of Peshi in 2005, followed by the hit album International Villager in 2011, which featured the popular Brown Rang.
His unique ability to blend Punjabi, Hindi and English in his music has propelled him to the top of the Indian music charts.
In Bollywood, he is known for hit songs like Lungi Dance in “Chennai Express”, Chaar Botal Vodka and Desi Kalakaar.
Singh also ventured into showbiz, starring in the 2016 Punjabi film Zorawar. Despite taking a break from performing in 2014 due to health reasons, Singh made a successful comeback with the song “Makhna” in 2018 and went on to release hits like “Loca” and “Saiyaan Ji”. His albums, Bollywood collaborations and independent tracks continue to resonate with fans.
Awards
- ETC Award for Best Non-Film Sound Effects (2012)
- PTC Punjabi Film Awards for Best Music Director (2013)
- BIG Star Entertainment Award for Most Entertaining Singer (2013)
- Lakk 28 Kudi Da (2011) won the Punjabi Music Awards for Best Music Director
net worth
Honey Singh has an estimated net worth of $25 million.
His wealth comes primarily from his music career, which includes income from songs, albums, and live performances.
Singh charges approximately Rs. It earns Rs 70 lakh per Bollywood song and earns significant income through brand endorsements.
dispute
Honey Singh has been involved in several controversies during his career. One of the earliest and most significant incidents was his alleged association with misogynistic lyrics, particularly in the aftermath of the 2012 Delhi gang rape.
Songs like Main Hoon Balatkari faced huge public outrage for promoting violence against women, leading to an FIR being filed against him.
Singer denied singing the song, claiming it was the work of an imitator. His song “Party All Night” from the film Boss (2013) also caused controversy due to its explicit lyrics, which ultimately led to legal action against the film’s producers.
In 2021, Singh faced another major controversy when his wife Shalini Talwar accused him of domestic violence.
She filed a case under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, citing physical abuse and mental harassment, which eventually led to their divorce.
Singh has also been criticized by the Sikh community for his political involvement and the nature of the song, which some considered disrespectful.
social media
- Instagram: @yyhsofficial
- Twitter: @asliyoyo
film chronology
- Toomela 22 Main Terra 22 (2013)
- Xposé (2014)
- Zolawa(2016)
discography
- Pei (2005)
- Next Level(2009)
- International Villager(2011)
- Desi Karakal(2014)
- Honey 3.0 (2023)
