Neha Kakkar Height, Age, Boyfriend, Husband, Family, Biography
Neha Kakkar Height, Age, Boyfriend, Husband, Family, Biography
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Height: 5' 0"
Age: 36 Years
Husband: Rohanpreet Singh
| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Nickname | Nehu |
| Profession(s) | Singer, TV Judge |
| Physical Stats | |
| Height (approx.) | 4' 8" (1.48 cm) |
| Eye Colour | Brown |
| Hair Colour | Black (dyed brown) |
| Career | |
| Debut | TV (Contestant): Indian Idol Season 2 (2005)  Film (Actor): Isi Life Mein...! (2010) as Sam  Music Album (Singer): Neha The Rockstar (2008)  Film (Chorus; Hindi): "Hai Rama" from Meerabai Not Out (2008)  Film (Singer; Kannada): "Nodu Baare" from Thamassu (2010)  Film (Singer; Telugu): "Neeve Na Neeve Na" from Kedi (2010)  Film (Singer; Bengali): "Party Shoes" from Bindaas (2014)  Film (Singer; Punjabi): "Khet" from Oh Yaara Ainvayi Ainvayi Lut Gaya (2015)  Film (Singer; Tamil Dubbed): "Kaadhal Theeye" from Street Dancer 3D (2020)  Film (Singer; Bangladeshi): Magic Mamoni from Agnee 2 (2015)  |
| Awards | • 2013: Global Indian Music Academy (GIMA) Award- Best Film Song for London Thumakda from the film Queen  • 2017: 4th PTC Punjabi Music Award- Best Duet Vocalist for Patt Lainge • 2017: Mirchi Music Award- Listeners' Choice Award for Album of the Year for Dangal • 2018: Brit Asia TV Music Award- Bollywood Track of the Year for "Dilbar" from the film Satyameva Jayate • 2020: PTC Punjabi Music Award- Best Duet Vocalist for the song Sorry • 2020: Mirchi Music Award- Social Media Icon • 2021: YouTube Creator Award |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 6 June 1988 (Monday) |
| Age (as of 2024) | 36 Years |
| Birthplace | Rishikesh, Uttar Pradesh (now Uttarakhand) |
| Zodiac sign | Gemini |
| Autograph |  |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Rishikesh, Uttarakhand |
| School | New Holy Public School, Delhi |
| College/University | Did not attend |
| Religion | Hinduism |
| Caste | Khatri |
| Food Habit | Vegetarian |
| Tattoo(s) | On her left forearm: Rohan  |
| Controversies | • Accused of Plagiarism Neha and her brother Tony Kakkar , have been often accused of copying lyrics, visuals, and music of various other singers. In 2022, after she released her version of the Hindi song "Maine Payal Hai Chankai" originally sung by Falguni Pathak , she was trolled for ruining the song. The original singer Falguni said that after hearing the song she felt like puking. check sources India Today • Faking Pregnancy for Promotion Soon after her marriage, she shared an Instagram post with a baby bump. She was trolled by the netizens for having a child out of marriage. However, later, she shared that the photo was from one of her music videos and it turned out to be a promotional stunt for her music video. check sources India Today  |
| Social Media | • Instagram • YouTube |
| Relationships & More | |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Boyfriends | Himansh Kohli (actor)  Vibhor Parashar (singer; rumoured)  Aditya Narayan (singer; rumoured)  Rohanpreet Singh (singer)  |
| Marriage Date | 24 October 2020  |
| Marriage Place | A Gurudwara in New Delhi |
| Family | |
| Husband/Spouse | Rohanpreet Singh |
| Parents | Father- Jai Kakkar (used to sell samosas)  Mother- Kamlesh Kakkar  |
| Siblings | Brother- Tony Kakkar (singer, music director; younger)  Sister- Sonu Kakkar (singer; elder)  |
| Favourites | |
| Actor(s) | Govinda , Shah Rukh Khan |
| Actress | Jacqueline Fernandez |
| Film | The Shaukeens (2014) |
| Singer | Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan |
| Music Genre | Sufi |
| Musician(s) | A. R. Rahman , Yo Yo Honey Singh , Bohemia , Nyvaan, Shannon Donald |
| Colour | White |
| Food | Dosa, Rasam, Dalia, Khichdi, Rajma Chawal |
| Street Food | Pani Puri |
| Dessert(s) | Gajar Halwa, Chocolate Cake, Gulab Jamun |
| Fruit(s) | Litchi, Guava, Watermelon |
| Beverage | Virgin Mojito |
| Restaurant | Kinbuck 2 in Delhi |
| Cuisine(s) | Indian, Italian |
| Style Quotient | |
| Car Collection/Other Vehicles | • Audi Q7  • Mercedes Benz GLS 350  • BMW • Range Rover Velar • A private jet  |
| Money Factor | |
| Salary/Fees (approx.) | Rs 10 lakh- Rs 15 lakh per song (as of 2024) |
| Assets/Properties | A bungalow in Rishikesh |
| Net Worth (approx.) | Rs 40 crore (as of 2024) |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Neha Kakkar
Neha Kakkar grew up in Rishikesh and Delhi.
Neha Kakkar’s childhood picture
In her childhood, her family’s financial condition was not good and they used to live in a one-room rented house. She once uploaded an Instagram post sharing about her journey from a one-room rented house to a bungalow in Rishikesh.
A collage of Neha Kakkar in her old rented home and bungalow in Rishikesh
At a very young age, her elder sister Sonu Kakkar started singing in jagratas and other local events.
When Neha was 4 years old, she started accompanying her sister to Jagran. Soon, she also started singing at Jagrans.
Neha Kakkar at the age of 4
Neha and Sonu also performed at weddings to support their family financially.
Neha Kakkar performing in a jagran in her childhood
Her family then shifted to Delhi. Her father used to sell samosas in Delhi.
While Neha was studying in class 11, she participated in the Hindi reality TV show ‘Indian Idol Season 2.’ However, she could not win the show.
She also performed at weddings to support her family financially.
She did not take any formal training in singing.
Neha, along with her younger brother Tony Kakkar , moved to Mumbai in 2004 to make their career in music.
In 2011, she appeared in the Hindi TV comedy show ‘Comedy Circus Ke Taansen’ along with Kapil Sharma and Ali Asgar .
Neha Kakkar in Comedy Circus Ke Taansen
She has appeared as a judge in the Hindi TV show Indian Idol Season 10-Season 13.
Neha Kakkar in Indian Idol as a judge
She has lent her voice to many popular Hindi songs including “Second Hand Jawani” from Cocktail (2012), “Kar Gayi Chull” from Kapoor & Sons (2016), “Morni Banke” from Badhaai Ho (2018), and “Tu Hi Yaar Mera” from Pati Patni Aur Woh (2019).
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Second Hand Jawani
She has sung in films of various other languages. Some of such songs are “Dhanak Dhanak” from the Telugu film ‘Ala Ela’ (2014), “Desi Chhori” from ‘Yoddha: The Warrior’ (2014; Bengali), and “Saare Punjab Ne” from ‘Needhi Singh’ (2016).
Saare Punjab Ne
Neha has lent her voice to various music videos such as “Wedding Da Season” (2015), “Gal Ban Gayi” (2016), “Diamond Da Challa” (2020), “Shona Shona” (2020), and “Buhe Vich” (2023).
Buhe Vich
She has appeared in various films’ songs such as “Nachna Aaonda Nahin” from ‘Tum Bin II’ (2016), “Lamborghini” from ‘Jai Mummy Di’ (2020), “Sawan Mein Lag Gayi Aag” from ‘Ginny Weds Sunny’ (2020), and “Phone Mein” from ‘Tuesdays and Fridays’ (2021).
Nachna Aaonda Nahin
Her “SRK Anthem” song has become very popular on YouTube.
In 2017 and 2019, she was on the Forbes India Celebrity 100 list.
Neha, along with the Indian singer Daler Mehndi and the Indian Ocean band’s Rahul Ram, once sang the national anthem at the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL).
In December 2018, she broke up with her long-time boyfriend Himansh Kohli . She also shared an emotional post on her Instagram account about her breakup with him. She even uploaded a post on her Instagram that she wanted to end her life.
Neha Kakkar’s Instagram post after her breakup with Himansh Kohli
She was listed as the most-viewed female artist on YouTube in 2019.
In 2019, during a comic act in a TV show, the Indian comedians Gaurav Gera and Kiku Sharda made fun of her short height and singing skills. She got very upset over it. Later, Gaurav apologised to her and said that it was just a fun act.
She was listed in Asia’s 100 Digital Stars by Forbes in December 2020.
She started a masterclass for the aspiring singer in 2020.
Neha has performed live at various stage shows, such as the Jubilee Stage at Expo 2020 in Dubai.
Neha Kakkar performing at an event
In 2021, she received the YouTube Diamond Award for becoming the first Indian singer to win the award.
In 2024, she judged the Hindi reality TV show ‘Superstar Singer- Season 3.’
She has also organised various music concerts in India and various other countries.
Neha Kakkar’s music tour
She does not smoke cigarettes or drink alcohol. However, she has been spotted drinking white wine at various events.
Neha Kakkar’s tweet about smoking and drinking alcohol
Neha Kakkar holding a glass of wine
On her self-titled YouTube channel, she has more than 14.7 million subscribers.
Neha Kakkar’s YouTube channel
Neha has been featured on the cover of various magazines like Forbes and Glimpse.
Neha Kakkar featured on a magazine cover
She is an avid animal lover and often shares pictures with dogs on her social media accounts.
Neha Kakkar with a dog
In her leisure time, she enjoys travelling and reading books.
Neha Kakkar reading a book
She is often compared to the Colombian singer and songwriter Shakira .
Various media sources have mentioned her father’s name as Rishikesh Kakkar and her mother’s as Neeti Kakkar.
She made headlines in March 2025 when she arrived three hours late for a concert organised in Melbourne, Australia. The angered fans reportedly chanted “Waapas Jao” (go back), which made her emotional as a result of which she started crying on stage while apologizing.
In April 2025, her sister, Sonu Kakkar , uploaded a post on Instagram claiming that she had decided to cut all her ties with Neha and Tony Kakkar . However, Sonu deleted the post later.
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