Aditya Narayan
Aditya Narayan Jha is an Indian actor, singer, and television host. Udit Narayan, a well-known playback singer, is his father. Aditya's charisma and stage presence made him a household name when he hosted popular reality shows like Indian Idol and Sa Re Ga Ma Pa.
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| Born | 06 August 1987 (age 38) Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | Mitthibai College, Mumbai Tech Music Schools, London |
| Alma mater | Mitthibai College, Mumbai |
| Occupation | Playback Singer, Actor, Television Host |
| Years active | 1992 – Present |
| Known for | Hosting Sa Re Ga Ma Pa and Indian Idol; Playback Singing; Acting Debut in Shaapit |
| Notable works | Rangeela Re (Child Singer), Tattad Tattad (Playback), Shaapit (Film), Sa Re Ga Ma Pa (Host) |
| Awards | Kalakar Award (Best TV Host), Lions Gold Award (Best Anchor) |
| Spouse(s) | Shweta Agarwal (m. 2020) |
| Parents | Udit Narayan Deepa Narayan Jha |
| Religion | Hinduism |
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Later, he demonstrated his versatility by competing in Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 9. His appearance in the reality show Rise and Fall, which debuted on SET India and Amazon MX Player, further solidified his position in the entertainment industry.
Aditya is one of the most well-known figures in modern Indian entertainment thanks to his charisma, versatility, and ability to connect with young audiences. He has amassed a sizable fan base on television and digital platforms.
Early life and education
Aditya Narayan Jha was born on 6 August 1987 in Mumbai, India, to renowned playback singer Udit Narayan and Deepa Narayan. He was exposed to singing and performing at a young age because he came from a musical family, and his father had a big influence on the direction of his musical career.
After completing his early schooling in Mumbai, he went on to SIES College of Arts, Science, and Commerce, where he managed to balance his studies with his developing passion for performance arts and music. Before returning to India to pursue a career in singing, acting, and television hosting, Aditya further refined his musical abilities in 2006 by earning a diploma in English contemporary music from Tech Music Schools in London.
Career
Aditya Narayan’s first playback song was for the Nepalese film Mohini in 1992. He later sang for the Hindi film Rangeela with Asha Bhosle. In 1995, he performed in Akele Hum Akele Tum along with his father, Udit Narayan.
His acting career as a child started in 1995 when producer Subhash Ghai noticed him at the Filmfare Awards during a performance by the "Little Wonders" troupe. Ghai then cast him in Pardes (1997), starring Shah Rukh Khan and Mahima Chaudhary. His next film was Jab Pyaar Kisise Hota Hai (1998), starring Salman Khan and Twinkle Khanna. For his role as Kabir Dhanrajgir, he received a nomination for Best Supporting Actor at the 1999 Zee Cine Awards.
As a child artist, Aditya performed more than 100 songs and released the album Aditya with Polygram Music (now Universal Music). His most popular track was “Chhota Baccha Jaan Ke” from Masoom (1996), which won him the Screen Award for Best Child Singer in 1997.
In 2006, he completed a diploma in English contemporary music from Tech Music Schools in London. After returning to India, he became the host of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Challenge 2007. In 2008, he toured North America and the West Indies with his father for live concerts.
In 2009, Aditya signed his first film as a lead actor, Shaapit, directed by Vikram Bhatt. The film released in March 2010. He also sang four songs and composed the title track, “Shaapit Hua.”
Aditya continued to work as a television host, including Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Challenge 2009 and X Factor India (2011). In 2012, he joined Sanjay Leela Bhansali as an assistant director for Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela and also sang two songs: “Tattad Tattad” and “Ishqaun Dhishqyaun.”
In 2014, he released his first independent single “Tu Hi Pyar Hai” with Gabriella Demetriades and also formed his band, The A Team. He later released singles like “Tera Ishq Jee Paaun” (2015), “Zindagi” (2015), “Mohabbat” (2016), “Behka Behka” (2016), and “Yaara” (2016).
From 2015 to 2018, Aditya hosted multiple seasons of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa and Sa Re Ga Ma Pa L’il Champs. He also appeared in Entertainment Ki Raat (2017–2018).
In 2019, he participated in Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 9, finishing as runner-up. The same year, he hosted Rising Star 3 and appeared in Khatra Khatra Khatra. He also released his single “Lillah” on YouTube.
In 2020, Aditya featured in Tony Kakkar and Neha Kakkar’s “Goa Beach”. He also released independent singles including “Main Dooba Rahoon”, “Kyun”, and “Tere Bagair”, in which he worked as lead actor, associate director, and producer.
Filmography
Television
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Challenge | Host |
| 2008 | Sa Re Ga Ma Pa L'il Champs | Host |
| 2009 | Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Challenge | Host |
| 2011 | X Factor India | Host |
| 2015 | Sa Re Ga Ma Pa L'il Champs | Host |
| 2016 | Sa Re Ga Ma Pa | Host |
| 2017 | Sa Re Ga Ma Pa L'il Champs | Host |
| 2018 | Entertainment Ki Raat | Host |
| 2018 | Sa Re Ga Ma Pa | Host |
| 2019 | Fear Factor: Khatron Ke Khiladi 9 | Contestant (1st Runner-up) |
| 2019 | Khatra Khatra Khatra | Guest |
| 2019 | Rising Star 3 | Host |
| 2019 | Kitchen Champion | Host |
| 2019 | Indian Idol 11 | Host |
| 2020–2021 | Indian Idol 12 | Host |
| 2021 | Sa Re Ga Ma Pa: Sapnon Ki Shuruwaat | Host |
| 2021 | Zee Comedy Show | Comedian |
| 2022 | Superstar Singer 2 | Host |
| 2023 | Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2023 | Host |
| 2024 | Pandya Store | Himself (Special appearance) |
| 2024–2025 | Indian Idol 15 | Host |
| 2025 | Rise and Fall | Contestant |
Films
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | Rangeela | Himself (Child actor) |
| 1997 | Pardes | Potla |
| 1998 | Jab Pyaar Kisise Hota Hai | Kabir Dhanrajgir |
| 2010 | Shaapit | Aman Bhargav |
| 2018 | 22 Days | Himself (Special appearance in song "Black Magic") |
Music videos
| Year | Title | Singer(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | "Tere Bagair" | Udit Narayan |
| 2020 | "Goa Beach" | Tony Kakkar, Neha Kakkar |
Discography
Playback singing
| Year | Film | Song(s) | Music Director |
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| 1992 | Mohini (Nepali) | "Yo Gaun Ko Thito Ma" | Sambhujeet Baskota |
| 1995 | Rangeela | "Rangeela Re" | A. R. Rahman |
| 1995 | Akele Hum Akele Tum | "Akele Hum Akele Tum" | Anu Malik |
| 1996 | Diljale | "Mera Mulk, Mera Desh" | Anu Malik |
| 1996 | Shastra | "Ladki Deewani Ladka Deewana" | Aadesh Shrivastava |
| 1996 | Masoom | "Chhota Baccha Jaan Ke" | Anand Raaj Anand |
| 1997 | Bhai | "Katti Batti", "Khul Gaya Naseeb" | Anand–Milind |
| 1997 | Ghoonghat | "Chim Chimni", "Hotel Mobile" | Anand Raaj Anand |
| 1997 | Pardes | "I Love My India" | Nadeem–Shravan |
| 1998 | Pardesi Babu | "Hai Nazuk Nazuk Halki" | Anand Raaj Anand |
| 1998 | Chachi 420 | "Chupdi Chachi" | Vishal Bhardwaj |
| 1998 | Aakrosh: Cyclone of Anger | "Picnic Mein Ho Gaya" | Anand Raaj Anand |
| 1999 | 2001: Do Hazaar Ek | "Rappa Rappa Rum Pum" | Anand–Milind |
| 1999 | Taal | "Kahin Aag Lage" | A. R. Rahman |
| 1999 | Biwi No.1 | "Mujhe Maaf Karna" | Anu Malik |
| 2000 | Papa The Great | "Papa The Great" | Nikhil–Vinay |
| 2000 | Raja Ko Rani Se Pyar Ho Gaya | "Sun Lo Re Bandhu" | Jatin–Lalit |
| 2001 | Aaghat (Bengali) | "Tumi Amar Ke" | – |
| 2001 | Aashirbad (Nepali) | "Pani Ghatta" | – |
| 2009 | Chal Chalein | "Chal Chal Chal Ke", "Batladein Koi" | Ilaiyaraaja |
| 2010 | Shaapit | "Kabhi Na Kabhi To Miloge", "Chaahata Dil Tumko", "Shaapit Hua" | Chirantan Bhatt |
| 2013 | Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela | "Ishqyaun Dhishqyaun", "Tattad Tattad" | Sanjay Leela Bhansali |
| 2015 | Carry On Maratha (Marathi) | "Carry On Maratha (Title track)" | Shail Hada, Pritesh Mehta |
| 2020 | Dil Bechara | "Mera Naam Kizzie" | A. R. Rahman |
| 2022 | Himesh Ke Dil Se (Album) | "Duaa Mein Yaad Rakhna", "Teri Dillaggi Mein" | Himesh Reshammiya |
| 2022 | Shamshera | "Ji Huzoor" | Mithoon |
| 2023 | Gadar 2 | "Main Nikla Gaddi" | Mithoon |
As music director
| Year | Film | Song(s) |
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| 2010 | Shaapit | "Shaapit Hua" |
Independent singles
| Year | Song(s) |
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| 2019 | "Lillah" |
| 2020 | "Kyun" |
| 2020 | "Main Dooba Rahoon" |
Achievements and Recognition
Aditya Narayan's work as a playback singer, actor, and television host has earned him numerous accolades and nominations over the years. He was recognized for his early success as a child artist and later received awards for his contributions to television and music.
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
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| 1997 | Screen Awards | Special Jury Award | Masoom | Won |
| 1999 | Zee Cine Awards | Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Male | Jab Pyaar Kisise Hota Hai | Nominated |
| 2007 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Glamour Face Of The Year – Male | Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Challenge 2007 | Won |
| 2011 | Ghanta Awards | Worst Breakthrough | Shaapit | Won |
| 2014 | Producers Guild Film Awards | Best Male Playback Singer | "Tattad Tattad" & "Ishqyaun Dhishqyuan" (Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela) | Nominated |