Arun Bakshi is an Indian playback singer and actor known for his extensive work in Hindi, Punjabi, and Bhojpuri cinema. He has appeared in more than 100 films and has been credited as a playback singer on hundreds of songs. He is also recognized for his television performances, particularly his portrayal of Dhristadyumna in B. R. Chopra's Mahabharat.
As a singer, Arun Bakshi has lent his voice to songs in films including Balwaan, Pyar Deewana Hota Hai, Adharm, Aankhen, Amaanat, Gopi Kishan, Janam Kundli, Chhota Chetan, Dalaal No. 1, Aankhen, and Tum Hi To Ho....
Some of his notable recorded songs include “Aag Mein Aag Lagaye Yeh Paani,” “Phatela Jeb,” “Jo Hona Hai,” “Zindagi Ko Jeena Hai Toh,” and “Banni Ko Banna Pyara Lage.” His recordings continue to be available on major music platforms.Arun Bakshi was born and brought up in Ludhiana, Punjab, where he graduated from Arya College. Before entering the entertainment industry, he worked for a period with Punjab Agricultural University. He later moved to Mumbai and began his professional career in television and films in 1981.
Alongside acting, Bakshi developed a career as a playback singer. His early documented singing work includes “Assa Dil Tere Kadamach” from the 1992 film Balwaan. He subsequently recorded songs for numerous Hindi films and also worked in Punjabi and Bhojpuri cinema.
Bakshi became widely recognized as a character actor through films and television. His portrayal of Dhristadyumna in B. R. Chopra's Mahabharat remains one of his best-known television roles. He later appeared in numerous films and television productions, including Ishq Ka Rang Safed, in which he played Mahant Dashrath Tripathi.
In addition to acting and playback singing, Arun Bakshi has also received credits as a music composer, including work on Ashok Chakra: Tribute to Real Heroes (2010). His later filmography continues to include acting and music-related work.