About
Indian singer known for performing in the Ghazal style. He performed in the 1986 film Naam, where his song "Chitthi Aayee Hai" became a hit and catapulted him to stardom.
Before Fame
He began studying classical voice while at university, and released his first Ghazal album in 1980.
Trivia
In 2006, he was awarded the Padma Shri, India's fourth highest civilian award.
Family Life
He had two daughters, Nayaab and Reva, with his wife Farida.
Associated With
He sang "Mahiya Teri Kasam" with Lata Mangeshkar for the 1990 film Ghayal.
