Nikhita Gandhi, a prominent Indian playback singer, is also recognized by the moniker “Ladio Girl.” This comprehensive biography delves into her life, career, and accomplishments.
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Born on Wednesday, October 2nd, 1991, in Kolkata, Nikhita Gandhi’s zodiac sign is Libra. As of 2024, she is 32 years old. Her educational journey began at La Martiniere for Girls, Calcutta, followed by a move to Chennai to pursue dentistry at Ramachandra University. Simultaneously, she honed her musical talents at the KM College of Music & Technology, studying Western classical music. This blend of academic rigor and artistic pursuit showcases her dedication to both disciplines.
Physical Appearance
Nikhita possesses the following physical attributes:
- Height: Approximately 5’3″
- Eye Color: Black
- Hair Color: Black
Family, Caste & Boyfriend
Of mixed Bengali and Punjabi heritage, Nikhita’s parents, Uday Veer Gandhi and Nipa Gandhi, are both dentists. She has two brothers, one of whom is named Niru. While her family background is well-documented, details regarding her romantic life remain largely private.
Career
Nikhita’s musical career took off in 2013 with “Modern Kalyanam” for the Tamil film “Kalyana Samayal Saadham”. She gained further recognition through her work on “Ladio” for the Telugu, Tamil, and Hindi versions of “I (2015)”.
Her talents extended internationally with three tracks for the Iranian film “Muhammad (SAL): The Messenger of God” (2015) and to Bollywood with “Raabta Title Song” (2017). Beyond film, she released her Bengali album “Kotha” in 2012, a reimagining of Nazrul Geeti, which was a significant success.
Further showcasing her versatility, she contributed three songs to the Hollywood film “Pelé: Birth of a Legend (2016)”. In 2018, she independently released her single, “Humshakal,” demonstrating her multifaceted skillset as a composer and producer.
Controversy
A past interview concerning interference by music labels in creative content led to a brief controversy. Nikhita clarified on social media that her statements had been misconstrued.
Favourite Things
Here’s a glimpse into Nikhita’s preferences:
| Category | Preference |
|---|---|
| Food/Beverages | Italian Cuisine, Cappuccino |
| Actress | Priyanka Chopra |
| Musicians | A. R. Rahman, Anupam Roy, Alicia Keys |
| Singers | Benny Dayal, Rekha Bhardwaj, Usha Uthup, Ghulam Ali |
| Director | A.R. Murugadoss |
Facts
- Enjoys travelling and playing carrom.
- Participated in her college choir.
- Received 12 years of training in Odissi and Hindustani music.
- Won a solo singing competition at Saarang, IIT Chennai’s annual festival.
- Was discovered by A. R. Rahman during an Indo-German exchange performance.
- Is an active philanthropist, organizing dental camps and promoting environmental causes.
- Leads the 5-member band “Noor”.
- Experienced a deeply saddening event at a scheduled performance in Kochi, Kerala in November 2023, where a tragic stampede resulted in the loss of four student lives.
