Biography

Hargun is an Indian singer, lyricist, and composer. The only child of her parents, Hargun was born and brought up in Amritsar, Punjab, and is now putting up in Mumbai to pursue her musical career.

She is an amalgamation of classical and contemporary styles of music, a combine of ethnicity and modernity.  She has her own unique texture of voice suited for sufi, folk, western and contemporary styles. She sings devotional music and ghazals very fondly. Her command over harmonium makes her singing more impressive.   She has been gifted a mellifluous voice which she has laudably polished with her hard work and endurance.

    Achievements

        • Finalist of India’s Got Talent -5 on Colors Channel.
        • Finalist of The Voice 2019 on Star Plus.
        • Declared Jai Ho performer by Mr. AR Rahman.
        • Finalist of Voice of Punjab 4 on PTC PUNJABI.
        • Asha Bhonsle Ji gave her standing ovation in the grand finale and gave her Rs.101 as her blessings for a brilliant career ahead.
        • Besides being a singer, she is also a lyricist and a composer. Recently Shekhar Ravjiani (from the Vishal Shekhar duo ) has sung a song written by her for MTV Hustle.
        • Bagged Best Harmonium Player Award ( national level ) at the age of 9 years.
        • Her debut track as a Marathi playback singer got released recently.  It is for the movie “Triple Seat” and the song is called Naate He Konte for which she has been nominated in the Best Female Playback Singer Category by Radio City (City Cine Awards Marathi)
        • First runner up of Sangeet Samrat on Zee Yuva
        • Finalist of Sangeet Samrat Mahasangram on Zee Yuva
        • Winner of 138th Shree Baba Harivallabh Sangeet Sammellan in the Thumri category for which she got a chance to perform in the benign presence of Ustad Amjad Ali Khan Sahib.
        • Recently completed her M.phil in music from the University of Mumbai and cleared Grade 6 of Western Vocals with merit form Trinity College London.
        • She has sung in various languages like Hindi, Punjabi , English , Marathi , Gujarati and Telugu. And performed in more than 700 shows across the country.
        • All India Radio approved Western Vocalist.
        • Recently awarded the prestigious SurJyotsana award at Shanmukanand Auditorium, Mumbai.
        • She was selected as a winner by the prestigious jury which included stalwarts of the Indian Music Industry like Anandji Bhai (of the Kalyanji Anandji duo), Sonu Nigam, Udit Narayan, Roop Kumar Rathod, Hariharan Ji, Anuradha Paudwal amongst the others.
        • Recipient of State Award -2022 for excellence in the field of music by Govt. of Punjab (15th August, 2022)
        • Declared brand ambassador for Beti Bachaao Beti Parhaao campaign (30th July, 2022)
        • Declared brand ambassador for Garv – A salute to the uniformed forces. (11th September,2022)
        • Performed at the Red Sea International Film Festival 2022 along with Mr. A.R. Rahman held at Jeddah ( Saudi Arabia ) on 3rd December 2022. Celebrities like Shah Rukh Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Kajol, DJ Khaled, and Bruno Mars graced the festival with their presence.
        • Performed with the Legendary Mr. A.R. Rahman sir in Concert for Peace at ACA Stadium, Guwahati in the presence of honorable CM of Assam (1st Feb, 2023)
        • Sang Kudiye alongside Sukhwinder Singh Sir from the movie Fursat (A project by Apple India). Music by Vishal Bhardwaj Sir and Lyrics by Gulzar Saab.
        • Performed in the biggest theatrical production ‘The Great Indian Musical’ directed by Mr. Feroz Abbas Khan, Music by Ajay-Atul, costume designed by Manish Malhotra on the launch of Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC), Mumbai. It was attended by the who’s who of Bollywood and Hollywood.
        • Performed at The Kremlin Palace, Moscow and received special honours from the Ministry of Culture, Russia.
        • Performed in the prestigious ghazal feat Khazana( Nehru Centre Auditorium,Mumbai ) along with the great maestros like Pankaj Udhas ji, Anup Jalota ji, Rekha Bhardwaj ji , Richa Sharma ji , Papon amongst the others.
        • Captivated the audience with her mesmerizing performance at the concert organised by the Indian Cultural Society in Kuwait, sharing the stage with the famous bollywood singer Babul Supriyo, creating an unforgettable evening (May 17, 2024).
        • Stepping onto the illustrious stage of NMACC’s Studio Theatre, Hargun Kaur and her band, The Hargun Kaur Collective, ignited the night with a fusion of soulful melodies and dynamic rhythms on April 12 2024, leaving the audience spellbound and craving encore after encore.
        • 18 August 2024 – WOW Awards, Jio World Centre, Mumbai
          Hargun performed at the prestigious WOW Awards 2024, held at Jio World Centre, Mumbai, amidst the who’s who of India’s live music industry. The evening celebrated excellence in live events and showcased some of the most influential talents in the country.
        • 01 September 2024 – Soundscapes 2024, Piano Man, New Delhi
          Hargun performed at Soundscapes 2024, organised by IPRS at Piano Man, New Delhi, in the presence of festival directors from across the globe. The performance received a standing ovation from both the audience and international delegates, marking a powerful moment in the festival’s celebration of music and rights.
        • 09 October 2024 – Yuva Dasara, Mysore
          Hargun performed alongside music legend A.R. Rahman at Yuva Dasara 2024 in Mysore, one of Karnataka’s grandest cultural celebrations. The performance was part of a spectacular evening witnessed by thousands, blending tradition with world-class music.
        • 09 November 2024 – Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Birthday Celebration, New Jersey
          Hargun composed and performed Patti Likhi Bani in New Jersey for the celebration of Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s birthday. The music for her track was performed by the renowned Budapest Scoring Orchestra under her music direction, marking a powerful fusion of spiritual depth and orchestral grandeur.
        • 01 December 2024 – Once Upon India: Punjabi Mehfil, Piano Man, New Delhi
          Hargun’s sold-out concert Punjabi Mehfil at Piano Man, New Delhi, received an overwhelming response. The evening was a celebration of Punjabi heritage through soulful music, drawing a packed house and heartfelt applause.
        • 19 December 2024 – Pune | 08 February 2025 – Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
          Hargun performed at the Bharat Literature Festival organised by the National Book Trust, with shows held in Pune and at the iconic Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Her performances blended literature and music, resonating deeply with diverse audiences at this prestigious cultural platform.
        • 18 January 2025 – A.R. Rahman Live, Doha
          Hargun performed alongside A.R. Rahman in a spectacular live concert held in Doha, captivating the audience with a blend of soulful melodies and dynamic stage presence.
        • 22 February 2025 – Bollywood Music Project Festival, Gurgaon
          Hargun performed at the Bollywood Music Project Festival in Gurgaon, a dynamic platform celebrating the diversity and vibrancy of Bollywood music. Her performance was met with enthusiasm from a diverse audience, highlighting her versatility and connection to contemporary Indian music.
        • 23 February 2025 – Fundraiser for Cancer Patients’ Aid Association, Jio World Centre, Mumbai
          Hargun performed at the fundraiser event for the Cancer Patients’ Aid Association held at Jio World Centre, Mumbai, graced by Bollywood celebrities like Bhumi Pednekar and Sushmita Sen. Her performance was accentuated by her costume designed by renowned designers Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla, adding a touch of high fashion to the evening’s noble cause.
        • 02 March 2025 – Jahan-e-Khusrau Sufi Festival, Sundar Nursery, Delhi
          Hargun performed at the prestigious Jahan-e-Khusrau Sufi Festival, directed by Muzaffar Ali Saab—the acclaimed filmmaker behind Umrao Jaan. Her soulful rendition earned her applause from the audience, reaffirming her deep connection with the Sufi music tradition.
        • 29 March 2025 – Pune | 25 April 2025 – Bangalore
          Hargun performed at the prestigious Lokmat Surjyotsna Awards held in Pune and Bangalore, gracing the stage in the presence of industry stalwarts. These performances highlighted her growing influence and celebrated excellence within the entertainment community.
        • 05 April 2025 – Social Nation Festival, JLN Stadium, Delhi
          Hargun delivered a power-packed performance at the Social Nation Festival held at JLN Stadium, Delhi, energizing the crowd with her dynamic stage presence and soulful music.

    Education & Career

    Always been a meritorious student and has a splendid record in academics. Her passion for music and singing could not dampen her spirit to excel in academics too.

        • Got double promotion twice in her school that’s why she is graduating at the age of 17 i.e. two years ahead of her age.
        • 9.8 C.GP.A. in 10th
        • 96.25% marks in 12th comm. (C.B.S.E.)
        • All India first in Music (vocal) with 100 out of 100 (C.B.S.E.)
        • Along with regular schooling, she has completed her Visharad from Pracheen Kala Kendra.
        • Gold medalist in graduation from G.N.D.U.
        • Completed her Masters and M.Phil in Music from the University of Mumbai.
        • Currently perusing her PhD as a research scholar from the University of Mumbai.
        • Meritoriously qualified the topmost Grade 8 in Rock and Pop Vocals from Trinity College London. (November 2022)