Sajid Khan is a renowned Indian music director and lyricist, known for his prolific career and contributions to the Bollywood music industry. His work, often in collaboration with his late brother Wajid, has left an indelible mark on Hindi cinema.

Wiki/Biography

Born on November 21st in Saharanpur, Uttar Pradesh, Sajid Khan’s zodiac sign is Scorpio. He hails from a family deeply rooted in the rich tapestry of Indian classical music.

Physical Appearance

• Height (approx.): 5′ 6″
• Eye Colour: Black
• Hair Colour: Black

Family & Caste

He comes from a respected Muslim family with a legacy in Tabla playing. His father, Ustad Sharafat Ali Khan, was a well-known Tabla player. His lineage boasts impressive musical heritage, including his paternal grandfather, Ustad Abdul Latif Khan, and maternal grandfather, Padma Shri awardee Ustad Faiyyaz Ahmed Khan. His uncle, Niaz Ahmed Khan, is a recipient of the Tansen award. Sadly, his younger brother, the acclaimed music director Wajid Khan, passed away on June 1, 2020.

Relationships, Wife & Children

Sajid Khan is married to Lubna Khan and is the proud father of two daughters, Meher and Muskaan.

Career

Sajid Khan, alongside his brother Wajid, launched their musical journey with the song “Teri Jawani” from the film Pyar Kiya To Darna Kya (1998). Their collaboration, known as Sajid-Wajid, quickly gained immense popularity, particularly with the Sonu Nigam album Deewana (1999). This album featured chart-topping hits like “Deewaana Tera,” “Ab Mujhe Raat Din,” and “Iss Kadar Pyaar Hai.”

Their work extended to several successful albums, including Khoya Khoya Chand (2001) and Tera Intezar (2005). The duo composed music for numerous Bollywood films, including Kya Yehi Pyaar Hai (2002), Gunaah (2002), Chori Chori (2003), The Killer (2006), Shaadi Karke Phas Gaya Yaar (2006), Jaane Hoga Kya (2006), and Freaky Ali (2016).

Sajid-Wajid’s collaboration with Salman Khan resulted in some of their most memorable soundtracks. Their work together spanned films like Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge (2002), Tere Naam (2003), Garv (2004), Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004), Partner (2007), Hello (2008), God Tussi Great Ho (2008), Wanted (2009), Main Aur Mrs Khanna (2009), Veer (2010), Dabangg (2010), Dabangg 2 (2012), and Dabangg 3 (2019).

Their contributions weren’t limited to composition; they also penned lyrics for many popular songs, including “Jee Le” (Aag, 2007), “Le Le Mazaa Le” (Wanted, 2009), and “Fevicol Se” (Dabangg 2, 2012). They also created background scores for films such as Welcome (2007), Bullett Raja (2013), and Daddy (2017). Beyond films, they composed music for TV shows like Dus Ka Dum (2008), Bigg Boss 4 (2010), and Bigg Boss 6 (2012). Even during the Coronavirus lockdown, they composed songs like “Bhai Bhai” and “Pyaar Karona” for Salman Khan.

Some of their most popular songs include “Soni De Nakhre” (Partner, 2007), “Jalwa” (Wanted, 2009), “Surili Akhhiyon Wale” (Veer, 2010), and “Munni Badnaam Hui” (Dabangg, 2010).

Facts/Trivia

• Sajid belongs to the Kirana Gharana and Punjab Gharana musical traditions.
• He’s a skilled Tabla player, trained by the legendary Ustad Alla Rakha Khan Saab.
• He is an animal lover.
• His hobbies include traveling and partying.

Awards and Recognition

Sajid Khan, along with his brother Wajid, has received numerous awards for their exceptional contributions to the music industry.