Vishal Mishra
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    • Birthday: 1990-12-08
    • Born Place: Unnao, Uttar Pradesh, India

Vishal Mishra

Vishal Mishra is a renowned Indian music composer and playback singer known for his emotive compositions and heartfelt melodies. Born on December 8 in Unnao, Uttar Pradesh, he began his musical journey through reality shows like Bharat Ki Shaan: Singing Star and Indian Idol, and was later mentored by Lalit Pandit of the famed duo Jatin–Lalit. He made his debut as a composer in 2016 with the Tamil film Devi and rose to prominence with the song “Jaane De” from Qarib Qarib Singlle (2017). His major breakthrough came with the chartbuster “Kaise Hua” from Kabir Singh (2019), earning him a Filmfare Award for Best Music Director. Vishal is celebrated for his original compositions in films like Race 3, Veere Di Wedding, Notebook, Saand Ki Aankh, Animal, and many hit singles including “Manjha” and “Phir Muskurayega India.” Known for his aversion to remakes and emphasis on authentic music, he blends simplicity with emotional depth, creating songs that resonate with a wide audience. A multi-instrumentalist and frequent live performer, Vishal Mishra continues to be one of the most compelling and sincere voices in contemporary Indian music.

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