Kuldeep Sharma, the renowned “Nati King” of Himachal Pradesh, is a celebrated Himachali singer with a captivating voice and a devoted following. His journey from a young boy singing in school competitions to a celebrated artist is both inspiring and remarkable.
Wiki/Biography
Born on Friday, August 26, 1977 (age 47 as of 2024), in Theog, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, Kuldeep’s zodiac sign is Virgo. He hails from a musically inclined family; his mother, Beggi Devi Sharma, was a well-known local singer, influencing his early musical inclinations. He discontinued his formal education after the 12th standard to pursue his passion for music.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 5’5″
- Hair Colour: Black
- Eye Colour: Black
Family, Caste & Wife
Kuldeep Sharma comes from a Himachali family. His father was Babu Ram Sharma. He has two younger sisters. He is married to Veena Sharma, a resident of Sirmaur District, Himachal Pradesh. The couple has a son, Swardeep Sharma, who shares his father’s passion for music and hopes to follow in his footsteps.
Career
Kuldeep’s musical journey began with the tutelage of his mother. His first singing competition was in 7th standard. At just 16, he was selected by AIR Shimla, recording three songs and becoming one of their youngest singers. His first stage performance was at the Dharamshala Summer Festival in 1997. While his initial album wasn’t successful, his remixes of old folk songs proved to be a breakthrough. TM Music Company of Punjab recognized his talent, leading to seven hugely successful albums.
His debut original song, “Supne Di mili bolo Ameya tu meriye,” was released under the guidance of his mentor and maternal uncle, Liaq Ram Rafiq. He has also released several Bhajan albums. His repertoire includes over 80 audio and video albums, including notable releases like Himachali Geet Dhamaka (2005), Naati Fever (2016), and Chal Baliye (2016). He even contributed songs to the Hindi film Van Rakshak (2019) and was part of the Bollywood film Yaariyan (2020).
Some of his most popular Pahadi songs are:
- Rohru jana meri aamiye
- Meri Preeti Zinta kindi chali tu
- Meri Monika
- Dhola Ra dhamaka
- Roomatiye
- Pata paani Ra ho meri gaangiye
Awards and Honours
Kuldeep Sharma’s talent has been widely recognized through numerous awards and accolades:
| Award | Description |
|---|---|
| Himachal Shri | Prestigious award recognizing significant contributions to Himachal Pradesh |
| Best Singer of Himachal | Award for outstanding vocal talent within Himachal Pradesh |
| Voice of Himachal | Recognizes Kuldeep as a prominent vocal artist representing Himachal Pradesh |
| Honoured by World Book of Records | Awarded at the British Parliament in London in July 2024 |
Address
Village Tatrog, Tehsil Theog, District Shimla, Himachal Pradesh
Favourite Things
- Food: Himachali Cuisine
- Punjabi Singer: Satinder Sartaaj
Facts/Trivia
Kuldeep is a devotee of the Sant Nirankari Mission and attends Satsang whenever his schedule allows. He received an award from the Hind Sangram Parishad on May 6, 1995, for his singing. He’s been awarded twice as the best Pahadi singer, receiving the Pahari Mrinal and Him Shri Awards. He’s performed nationally and internationally. He has overcome past struggles with addiction, attributing his recovery to his spiritual practice. He also sports numerous tattoos.
