Babul Supriyo is a popular Indian playback singer, musician, actor, and television personality known for his melodious voice and contributions to Hindi, Bengali, and Odia music. He rose to fame in Bollywood during the 1990s and 2000s with hit songs such as “Dil Ne Dil Ko Pukara” from Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai, “Chanda Chamke” from Fanaa, “Hum Tum” from Hum Tum, and “Pari Pari Hai Ek Pari” from Hungama. Alongside his musical career, he has also been active in Indian politics.
Babul Supriyo, whose birth name is Supriyo Baral, was born in Uttarpara, West Bengal, India. He developed an interest in music at an early age and received musical training before beginning his professional singing career in the 1990s.
He gained recognition as a playback singer in Hindi cinema with his expressive voice and romantic songs. Over the years, he recorded songs for numerous Bollywood films and became known for his work in Bengali and Odia music as well. His popular songs include “Dil Ne Dil Ko Pukara,” “Chanda Chamke,” “Hum Tum,” and “Sochta Hoon Uska Dil.” Apart from music, Babul Supriyo pursued a career in politics. He was elected to the Lok Sabha from Asansol in 2014 and 2019 and served as a Union Minister of State. In 2021, he joined the All India Trinamool Congress and subsequently became involved in West Bengal state politics. He has continued to maintain his identity as a singer while exploring other professional opportunities.