About Udit Narayan
Udit Narayan is one of the most loved playback singers in Hindi cinema, the voice of countless romantic heroes through the 1990s and 2000s. Songs such as Papa Kehte Hain, Pehla Nasha, Tujhe Dekha To, Chand Chhupa Badal Mein, Mitwa and Yeh Tara Woh Tara remain timeless favourites with audiences of all ages.
Udit Narayan quick facts
- Born: 1 December 1955 (grew up in Nepal)
- Profession: Playback singer
- Breakthrough: Papa Kehte Hain – Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988)
- Known for: Pehla Nasha, Tujhe Dekha To, Mitwa
- Honours: Padma Bhushan (2016), Padma Shri (2009), four National Film Awards
Early life and background
Udit Narayan grew up in Nepal and began his career singing Maithili and Nepali folk songs on Radio Nepal. He later moved to Mumbai to train in classical music and pursue playback singing.
Career highlights
After years of small assignments, his voice on Papa Kehte Hain (Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak, 1988) made him famous overnight. Through the 1990s and 2000s he sang for nearly every leading hero, with hits including Pehla Nasha, Tujhe Dekha To (Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge), Chand Chhupa Badal Mein, Mitwa (Lagaan) and Yeh Tara Woh Tara (Swades).
He has recorded in more than 30 languages, including Bhojpuri, Nepali and South Indian languages, and continues to perform concerts at home and abroad.
Popular songs by Udit Narayan
- Papa Kehte Hain – Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988)
- Pehla Nasha – Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar (1992)
- Tujhe Dekha To – Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)
- Chand Chhupa Badal Mein – Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam (1999)
- Mitwa – Lagaan (2001)
- Yeh Tara Woh Tara – Swades (2004)
Awards and achievements
- Padma Bhushan (2016) and Padma Shri (2009)
- Four National Film Awards for Best Male Playback Singer
- Multiple Filmfare Awards for Best Male Playback Singer
Audience and brand fit
Udit Narayan suits nostalgia-led and family campaigns, FMCG, finance, Bihar, Nepal and North India markets, retro-themed corporate nights and concerts for audiences who grew up with 90s Bollywood.
Book Udit Narayan through CelebrityHai
Looking to work with Udit Narayan? CelebrityHai can approach Udit’s team for concerts, corporate and private shows, retro-themed events, brand music and appearances. Tell us about the campaign or event, the timeline and the budget range, and we will confirm availability, negotiate terms and manage the paperwork and the day itself.
Frequently asked questions
How can I book Udit Narayan for an event or campaign?
Send an enquiry through CelebrityHai with the event or campaign type, city, date and budget range. We check Udit’s availability with their team and share a written quote with terms.
Is Udit Narayan available for brand endorsements?
Udit considers brand partnerships that suit their image and schedule. Availability depends on existing category exclusivities and calendar, which we confirm case by case.
Which languages does Udit Narayan work in?
Hindi, Bhojpuri, Nepali, Maithili, Bengali, Odia, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada.
Available for
- Live Performance
- Brand Endorsement
- Event Appearance
- Digital Campaign
- Social Media Campaign
Enquire for a campaign or event
Choose the format you are planning. These are enquiry options, not confirmed services; Udit Narayan’s team decides which briefs they accept.
- Brand endorsement
- Brand ambassador
- TV commercial
- Digital or social campaign
- Product launch
- Corporate event
- Public event or performance
- Commercial shoot or other
Fees are not published. They depend on deliverables, usage rights, duration and dates, and are confirmed with the talent’s team for your brief.
