Shashi Suman is an Indian playback singer, music composer, music director and producer known for his work in Hindi cinema. He gained recognition through his participation in music reality shows and later established himself as a composer and singer in Bollywood.
He is particularly known for singing “Albela Sajan” from Bajirao Mastani (2015), alongside Kunal Pandit, Prithvi Gandharva, Kanika Joshi, Rashi Raagga and Geetikka Manjrekar. The song was composed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and is based on the classical tradition of Raag Ahir Bhairav.
As a composer, Suman is closely associated with the music of Mary Kom (2014). He composed songs including “Ziddi Dil,” “Adhure,” “Teri Baari” and “Saudebaazi.” His composition “Chaoro” was also notable as the song through which Priyanka Chopra made her Bollywood singing debut.Shashi Suman grew up in Bihar and developed an interest in music during childhood. His father, Ram Pravesh Singh, was a district education officer and also played the tabla. Suman initially learned tabla from his father before becoming more interested in singing.
After completing class X, he moved to Lucknow to receive formal musical training. He studied classical singing under Ustad Gulshan Bharti for approximately six years and later completed a master's degree in music from Bhatkhande University, Lucknow.
Suman moved to Mumbai in 2008 to pursue a career in the music industry. He participated in music reality shows including Sa Re Ga Ma Pa and later appeared as a finalist on Indian Idol 5. His television appearances helped him gain exposure to established musicians and composers.
His association with Sanjay Leela Bhansali became an important part of his career. Suman assisted Bhansali on Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela and subsequently composed the soundtrack for Mary Kom. His work on songs such as “Ziddi Dil” brought him wider recognition as a composer.
As a singer, Suman contributed vocals to “Mora Piya Mose Bolat Nahi” from Raajneeti and later sang “Albela Sajan” for Bajirao Mastani. Major music platforms list him as one of the lead vocalists on the recording.
His later work has continued across Bollywood, television and independent music. Recent coverage highlights his continuing work as a singer and composer, including projects such as “Lambodar” and other contemporary musical collaborations. Birth Place: Bihar, India Profession: Playback Singer, Music Composer, Music Director, Music Producer Genres: Bollywood, Indian Classical, Folk, Film Music Years Active: 2008–Present