Hans Raj Hans is an Indian singer and politician. He is a member of the Bharatiya Janata Party and a recipient of the civilian honour of Padma Shri.[1] He sings Punjabi folk and Sufi music as well as in movies and has also released his own 'Punjabi-pop' albums. He has worked alongside other artists, such as Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan in the movie Kachche Dhaage.[2]
Hans Raj Hans | |
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Member of Parliament, Lok Sabha | |
In office 23 May 2019 – 4 June 2024 | |
Preceded by | Dr. Udit Raj |
Succeeded by | Yogender Chandoliya |
Constituency | North-West Delhi |
Personal details | |
Born | Shafipur, Punjab, India | 9 April 1962
Political party | Bharatiya Janata Party |
Children | Navraj Hans and Yuvraj Hans |
Website | www |
Musical career | |
Origin | Jalandhar, Punjab, India |
Years active | 1983 – present |
Early life
editHans Raj Hans was born in the village of Shafipur, near to Jalandhar, Punjab, India.[3][4] Hans graduated from DAV College, Jalandhar.[5] In his teen years, Hans was trained in singing by Ustad Puran Shah Koti.[6] In 2014, it was reported that Hans Raj converted to Islam, however he has denied this claim.[7][8][9]
Musical career
editIn his youth, Hans learned from music director Charanjit Ahuja. Then he started singing Punjabi folk, devotional, and Sufi music.[10] He worked with Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan in the movie Kachche Dhaage.[11]
Hans has been an honorary music professor at Washington DC University and San Jose State University.[12]
Political career
editHans joined Shiromani Akali Dal in January 2009 and in May of that year, he contested unsuccessfully from Jalandhar Lok Sabha constituency.[13] Later he resigned from Shiromani Akali Dal on 18 December 2014.[14] In February 2016, he joined Indian National Congress[15] and later in December 2016, he joined Bharatiya Janata Party.[16] In 2019 Indian general election, he was elected from the North West Delhi Lok Sabha constituency.[17] In 2024 Indian general election, he unsuccessfully contested from Faridkot Lok Sabha constituency and stood at fifth position.[18][19]
Discography
editThis section needs to be updated.(March 2019) |
Albums
edit- 2017 Mundeh Punjabi
- 2014 Jaadu
- 2011 Ek Ishaaaaa
- 2008 Yaara O Yaara
- 2007 Wanjara
- 2004 The Knight
- 2003 Tera Ishq
- 2002 Haaye Sohniye
- 2002 Ghama Di Raat
- 2001 Sab Ton Sohni
- 2001 Jhanjar
- 2000 Chorni
- 1996 Lal Garara
- 1994 Mohabbat
- 1993 Ishqe Di Barsaat
- 1992 Jhanjaria
- 1992 Aar Tutdi Naa Paar Tutdi
- 1991 Thah Karke
- 1990 Tera Mera Pyar
- 1990 Ashiqan Di Kahdi Zindagi
- 1990 Waris Punjab De
- 1989 Balle Ni Rahe Rahe
- 1987 Ek Dang Hor Mar Ja
- 1987 Ek Kuri Mainu Rajheon Fakir Kar Gai
- 1983 Jogian De Kanna Vich
Bollywood
edit- 2018 Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety[20]
- 2011 Mausam
- 2011 Patiala House
- 2008 Black & White
- 2002 Bend It Like Beckham
- 2002 23 March 1931: Shaheed
- 2001 Nayak
- 2001 Jodi No. 1
- 2001 Monsoon Wedding
- 2000 Bichhoo
- 1999 Kachche Dhaage
Sufi Songs
edit- 2024 Rehnuma e Mohtaram (Allied Studios)
Religious
edit- 2011 Amrit Varga Paani (with Sardool Sikander) World Music
- 2009 Koi Aan Milavai (featuring Sant Anoop Singh (Una Sahib Wale) & Bhai Maninder Singh (Sri Nagar Wale))
- 2008 300 Saala Hazoor Sahib (T-Series)
- 2006 Bole So Nihaal (duo collaboration with Sardool Sikander)
- 2006 Sikhi Diyan Shaana
- 2004 Nikey Nikey Do Khalse (T-Series)
- 2003 Wadda Mera Govind
- 2000 Amritdhara
- 1997 Mera Bajaan Wala Maahi
- 1991 Patta Patta Singhan Da Vairi (T-Series)
Filmography
edit- Dupatta Tera Sat Rang Da (Speed Records)
Biography
edit- Rags to Ragas... and Beyond - Hans Raj Hans by Preet Inder Dhillon, Power Publishers
Accolades
editAward Ceremony | Category | Recipient | Result | Ref.(s) |
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4th Mirchi Music Awards | Male Vocalist of The Year | "Ik Tu Hi Tu Hi" from Mausam | Nominated | [21] |
References
edit- ^ "Padma Awards" (PDF). Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India. 2015. Archived (PDF) from the original on 15 October 2015. Retrieved 21 July 2015.
- ^ "Patiala House". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 22 January 2011.
- ^ "Hans Raj Hans - Lifestyle News". India Today. 7 November 2014. Retrieved 3 September 2019.
- ^ Staff Reporter (4 May 2019). "CEO seeks CM's reply over remarks on Hans Raj Hans". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 12 June 2020.
- ^ "Distinguished Alumni". davjalandhar.com. Archived from the original on 30 August 2019. Retrieved 30 August 2019.
- ^ "Puran Shah Koti, the legendry [sic] guru of many Punjabi singers". Oneindia. 18 May 2009. Retrieved 24 April 2019.
- ^ HANS Raj Hans--Patta Patta Singhan Da Vairi, 12 October 2009, retrieved 7 June 2023
- ^ "Hans Raj Hans on AAP's Allegations That He Converted to Islam | ABP News". YouTube. 3 May 2019.
- ^ "Lok Sabha Polls 2019: Hans Raj Hans Denies Conversion to Islam, Hits Out at "Liar" Kejriwal".
- ^ If one thing falls in place... Archived 26 January 2011 at the Wayback Machine. Hindustan Times (21 January 2011). Retrieved on 19 April 2013.
- ^ "Symphony Hall, Birmingham:Press Office". Retrieved 5 October 2006.[permanent dead link ]
- ^ "Melody is out, noise is in, says Hans Raj Hans". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 29 October 2013.
- ^ "Punjabi singer Hans Raj Hans in LS battle from Jalandhar". business-standard.com. Press Trust of India. 27 April 2009. Archived from the original on 26 February 2014. Retrieved 22 April 2012.
- ^ "Hans Raj Hans resigns from Akali Dal". The Times of India. 19 December 2014. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 7 April 2024.
- ^ "Famous Sufi singer Hans Raj Hans joins Congress". India Today. 20 February 2016. Retrieved 7 April 2024.
- ^ "Punjabi Sufi singer Hansraj Hans joins BJP". news.abplive.com. 10 December 2016. Retrieved 7 April 2024.
- ^ Ghosh, Deepshika (23 April 2019). "BJP's Delhi List Out, Singer Hans Raj Hans Replaces Lawmaker Udit Raj". NDTV. Retrieved 23 April 2019.
- ^ https://results.eci.gov.in/PcResultGenJune2024/candidateswise-S199.htm [bare URL]
- ^ "Lok Sabha Elections 2024: BJP Releases 8th List Of Candidates; Hans Raj Hans Fielded From Faridkot". www.india.com. Retrieved 7 April 2024.
- ^ "Dil Chori Remake Honey Singh in 2017". RedMux. Archived from the original on 26 December 2017. Retrieved 25 December 2017.
- ^ "Nominations - Mirchi Music Award Hindi 2011". 30 January 2013. Archived from the original on 30 January 2013. Retrieved 24 May 2018.
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