Jaspreet Jasz (born Jaspreet Singh Kohli in New Delhi, India) is an Indian singer whose vocals have been featured in

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and

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, as well as advertisement jingles. He won recognition through the music reality television series ''

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''.

Early years

Jasz began to sing at the age of four and would perform in functions and competitions. As a child, he would '' riyaaz'', practicing guitar and harmonium while others of his age would play outside. During his teenage years he won various trophies and awards for performing in his school band as the lead vocalist.

Career

Jasz moved to Mumbai soon after college as a result of the exposure he received on ''Indian Idol''. He stepped into the world of playback singing in 2006 with the

film, ''

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''. He followed with his first project with

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, the title track of the movie ''

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''. Jasz was introduced to a global audience with Rahman's "Nimma Nimma" which featured in the '' Isles of Wonder'' sequence directed by

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at the

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Discography

Hindi songs

Telugu songs

Awards and nominations

* Nominated for "Best Playback Singer" in Maa Music Awards 2013. * Nominated for "Fresh New Voice" in Mirchi Music Awards 2011.

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Jasz, Jaspreet Indian male singers Living people Indian Sikhs People from New Delhi Year of birth missing (living people) Telugu playback singers Bollywood playback singers