JONITA GANDHI
Jonita Gandhi, a Canadian-born Indian playback singer, has quickly become one of the most prominent and versatile voices in the Indian music industry. Born on October 23, 1989, in New Delhi and raised in Toronto, Jonita’s musical journey began at a young age, with a strong foundation in classical and contemporary music. She gained early recognition by posting covers of popular Bollywood songs on YouTube, which caught the attention of music director A.R. Rahman. This led to her Bollywood debut with the song “The Disco Song” from the film Student of the Year (2012), marking the beginning of her professional career in the Indian music scene. Her ability to blend Western and Indian musical styles with ease has allowed her to work across a variety of genres, establishing her as a sought-after playback singer.
Jonita’s career took off with a series of hit songs in both Bollywood and regional cinema. She gained widespread recognition with tracks like “Agar Tum Saath Ho” from Tamasha (2015), “Kaaryan Kaari” from Kahaani 2 (2016), and “The Humma Song” from Ok Jaanu (2017). Her melodious voice, combined with her ability to adapt to different musical genres, has made her a favorite among top music composers such as A.R. Rahman, Amit Trivedi, and Pritam. Jonita has not only sung for Bollywood but has also lent her voice to songs in other languages like Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada, further expanding her reach. Her work has earned her accolades and nominations, and she continues to be an influential presence in the Indian music industry. Jonita Gandhi’s unique ability to infuse emotional depth into every performance has solidified her as one of the leading voices of her generation.