Amrita Kak is a

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singer who has made music for many Bollywood films. She is the daughter of Indian politician

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, and married to Business man Riju Jhunjhunwala Actor

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was responsible for introducing her to the film industry, and due to their closeness, she has been called his '' rakhi'' sister. She has also sung most of her songs for his films. She has started her own fashion Brand "Amrita the Label".

Career

She was the singer of the songs "Just Chill" from ''

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'', "Character Dheela" from ''

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'', "Desi Beat" from ''

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'' to name a few. She is also trained in Indian classical music.

Personal life

Amrita's mother is Bina Kak, an Indian Politician. She has a brother, Ankur Kak & a rakhi brother, Indian actor

, who is her mentor. Amrita is married to Riju Jhunjhunwala on 29 May 2010.

Filmography

References

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