About Sudesh Bhosle

Sudesh Bhosle was born on 1 July 1960 in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. He grew up in a Konkani-speaking family with roots in Shiroda, Goa. He studied at Ambedkar College, Wadala, Mumbai.

From an early stage in his career, Sudesh became known for his extraordinary mimicry skills. His ability to imitate famous Hindi film actors eventually led him to work not only as a playback singer but also as a professional dubbing artist.

Early Career

Sudesh Bhosle entered the professional playback-singing field in the late 1980s. His first major playback opportunity came with the film Zalzala (1988), with music composed by R. D. Burman.

He also worked as a dubbing artist, using his ability to imitate the voices of actors such as Sanjeev Kumar, Amitabh Bachchan, Anil Kapoor, Vinod Khanna, Sunil Dutt and Ashok Kumar.

Association with Amitabh Bachchan

One of the defining features of Sudesh Bhosle's career has been his extraordinary ability to reproduce Amitabh Bachchan's voice.

He has provided the singing voice for Amitabh Bachchan in numerous films and has also performed Amitabh's songs on stage. His vocal resemblance became so well known that he was frequently associated with Bachchan's screen persona.

Among his most famous Bachchan-associated songs is “Jumma Chumma De De� from Hum (1991). He also sang for Amitabh Bachchan in films such as Baghban and Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham.

Popular Songs

Some of Sudesh Bhosle's notable songs include:

• Jumma Chumma De De — Hum (1991)
• Ek Doosre Se Karte Hain Pyaar Hum — Hum (1991)
• Emli Ka Boota — Saudagar (1991)
• Ang Se Ang Lagana — Darr (1993)
• Na Na Na Na Re — Mrityudaata (1997)
• Bade Miyan Chote Miyan — Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (1998)
• Assi Chutki Nabbe Taal — Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (1998)
• Sona Sona — Major Saab (1998)
• Say Shava Shava — Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001)
• Meri Makhna Meri Soniye — Baghban (2003)
• Kurti Malmal Di — Ab Tumhare Hawale Watan Saathiyo (2004)
• Yaad Aa Raha Hai — Golmaal 3 (2010)
• Kaale Naina — Shamshera (2022)

“Jumma Chumma De De�

“Jumma Chumma De De� from Hum (1991) is among Sudesh Bhosle's most recognizable playback performances.

The song was composed by Laxmikant–Pyarelal and featured Kavita Krishnamurthy alongside Sudesh Bhosle. His voice closely matched Amitabh Bachchan's energetic performance in the film, making the song an important milestone in his career.

“Say Shava Shava�

Sudesh Bhosle was part of the ensemble of singers on “Say Shava Shava� from Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham... (2001).

The song featured several prominent voices, including Alka Yagnik, Udit Narayan, Sunidhi Chauhan and Aadesh Shrivastava, along with Sudesh Bhosle and Amitabh Bachchan.

Dubbing and Mimicry

In addition to playback singing, Sudesh Bhosle has developed a successful career as a voice artist and mimicry performer.

His repertoire of impressions includes several major Hindi film stars. His imitation of Amitabh Bachchan became particularly famous, and he has used this talent in films, television programs and live performances.

His dubbing work even included completing the voice of Sanjeev Kumar in Professor Ki Padosan after the actor's death.

Television Career

Sudesh Bhosle has also appeared on Indian television as a performer, producer and judge.

He has been associated with the singing competition K For Kishore, where he served as a producer and judge.

His mimicry and singing performances have also made him a popular figure on television and live entertainment programs.

Musical Career

Sudesh Bhosle has worked with many leading composers and singers of Hindi cinema. His recorded repertoire covers film songs, ensemble numbers, comic songs, celebratory tracks and songs designed around the vocal characteristics of particular actors.

His discography includes work with composers such as R. D. Burman, Laxmikant–Pyarelal, Bappi Lahiri, Anand–Milind, Aadesh Shrivastava and Mithoon.

Awards and Recognition

Sudesh Bhosle received the Mother Teresa Millennium Award in 2008 for his contribution to music.

He is particularly recognized for his contribution as a playback singer and for his exceptional mimicry and voice-dubbing abilities.

Musical Style

Sudesh Bhosle is known for:

• Bollywood playback singing
• Mimicry
• Voice dubbing
• Character voices
• Comic and energetic songs
• Amitabh Bachchan-style singing
• Live stage performances
• Hindi and Marathi music

His ability to adapt his voice to different actors has made him distinctive among Indian playback singers.

Contribution to Indian Music

Sudesh Bhosle has made a unique contribution to Indian film music by combining playback singing, mimicry and voice acting.

Rather than simply reproducing his own singing style, he became particularly successful at adapting his voice to the screen personality of actors. His work associated with Amitabh Bachchan is one of the most recognizable examples of this technique in Bollywood.

His career demonstrates how mimicry and voice artistry can become an important part of playback singing and film entertainment.

Birth Details

Full Name: Sudesh Bhosle
Alternative Spelling: Sudesh Bhonsle / Sudesh Bhonsale
Profession: Playback Singer, Dubbing Artist, Mimicry Artist
Date of Birth: 1 July 1960
Birth Place: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Nationality: Indian
Years Active: 1988–present
Known For: Playback singing and Amitabh Bachchan voice mimicry