Daler Mehndi, a well-known Punjabi singer, has been writing and singing songs for over two decades. He became an instant sensation after the release of his super hit song Na Na Na Na Re in 1996. But did you know that he ran away from home at the age of 11 to pursue a music career?
According to an IMDb trivia, Daler Mehndi, who was heavily influenced by the Patiala Gharana style of music, ran away from home to get trained by the famous Ustad Raahat Ali Khan.
Interestingly, several online reports claim that Daler Mehndi’s first stage show attracted more than 20,000 visitors. He was showered with flowers and currency notes by the audience. Gradually, he started contributing to the songs in the album.
Daler Mehndi was born on August 18, 1967, in Patna. He grew up in a family of musicians and studied ragas and shabads among other genres of Indian classical music. It is estimated that his first album, Bolo Ta Ra Ra released in 1995, sold over 20 million copies. The record was a huge success.
The 53-year-old singer is known for several successful songs including Tunak Tunak Tun and Na Na Na Na Re. Apart from his albums, he has toured all over the world and has performed in the West Indies, Belgium, Netherlands, United Kingdom, Australia, United States, Spain, South Africa, East Africa, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, Malaysia, Pakistan, Hong Kong and New Zealand.
On the other hand, the singer has owned his record label, DRecords, since 2000. The label has released songs by popular musicians like Safri Boys and Hussain Baksh. He has also provided voice for other popular songs from films like Prabhas’ Bahubali and Aamir Khan’s Dangal.
On the work front, Daler Mehndi’s timeless hit Na Na Na Na Re is set to make a comeback in the upcoming film Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala starring Tripti Dimri and Rajkummar Rao in the lead roles.
Besides, Gurdeep and Daler Mehndi electrified the Ambani celebration, making hosts and guests alike groove to their irresistible beats. The crowd was in high spirits, dancing joyously to the vibrant Punjabi dhol and infectious music doled out by the father-son duo.
Celebrities were caught up in the fervour, but it was the live-wire Ranveer Singh who truly stole the show. Unable to resist the performance, he leaped onto the stage, joining Gurdeep and Daler Paaji in a thrilling dance-off that had everyone cheering and on their feet. The duo’s performance ensured that the night was a whirlwind of music, dance and unparalleled energy, making it an unforgettable event.
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