Baba Sehgal, whose real name is Harjeet Singh Sehgal, was born on 23 November 1965 in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. He studied at G. B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology and initially pursued an engineering education before building a career in music.
He entered the Indian music industry in the early 1990s and became one of the most recognisable faces of the Indipop movement. His album Thanda Thanda Pani became a major hit and established his reputation as a pioneering Indian rapper. His music was known for its entertaining lyrics, catchy rhythms and playful presentation. Baba Sehgal also gained recognition as a playback singer through songs in films, including the popular track “Rukmani Rukmani” from Roja (1992). Alongside music, he appeared in films and television shows, including the reality show Bigg Boss in 2006. He later embraced digital platforms and continued releasing independent music and humorous rap songs. His contribution to Indian pop culture helped make rap and hip-hop more familiar to mainstream audiences in India. Full Name: Harjeet Singh Sehgal Stage Name: Baba Sehgal Profession: Singer, Rapper, Music Composer, Actor and Lyricist Date of Birth: 23 November 1965 Birthplace: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India Nationality: Indian Genres: Indian Pop, Hip-Hop and Rap Years Active: 1990–present Popular Songs: “Thanda Thanda Pani,” “Dil Dhadke,” “Aaja Meri Gaadi Mein Baith Ja,” “Rukmani Rukmani” Education: G. B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology