Vinod Sehgal is an Indian playback singer and ghazal vocalist known for his soulful voice and expressive singing style. He gained recognition for his performances in Hindi films, ghazals and television serials. He is particularly remembered for singing “Chhod Aaye Hum Woh Galiyan” from the film Maachis (1996), alongside Hariharan, K. K. and Suresh Wadkar. His association with renowned ghazal singer Jagjit Singh helped shape his musical career, and he has performed songs based on the poetry of celebrated Urdu poets.
Vinod Sehgal has roots in Ambala, Haryana, India. He developed an interest in music early in life and worked behind the scenes in the music industry before receiving opportunities as a playback singer. In 1980, ghazal maestro Jagjit Singh helped him record a song for the film Raavan, giving his singing career an important opportunity.
Vinod Sehgal became known for his ghazal singing and his work on the television series Kahkashan, which featured the poetry of prominent Urdu poets. His rendition of “Shayar-e-Fitrat Hoon Main” became associated with his distinctive style. He also contributed songs to films such as Dhat Tere Ki (1983), Mujhe Vachan Do (1984), Maachis (1996) and Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar (2000). Alongside film playback singing, he has performed ghazals at live concerts and composed title songs for television serials. His musical work reflects a strong connection to poetry, Urdu literature and traditional ghazal singing. Full Name: Vinod Sehgal Profession: Playback Singer and Ghazal Vocalist Birthplace: Ambala, Haryana, India Genres: Ghazal, Hindi Film Music, Devotional Music Years Active: From the 1970s onward Notable Songs: “Chhod Aaye Hum Woh Galiyan,” “Shayar-e-Fitrat Hoon Main,” “Koi To Hota,” “Yaara Teri Yaari” Notable Associations: Jagjit Singh, Gulzar