Top 10 Best Indian Singers Alive in 2015

K. S. Chithra

Krishnan Nair Shantakumari Chithra, often credited as K. S. Chithra or simply Chithra, is an Indian playback singer from Kerala. She also sings Indian classical, devotional, and popular music. Chithra has recorded over 25,000 songs in various languages and is a recipient of six National Film Awards.

I voted for her because she is really a great singer and also a good human being. I love her so much that I can't express my love through words.
K. S. Chithra is a sweet, melodious, heart-touching artist, and I adore her.

She has one of the best voices in the world and is a great singer from India.

She is someone who can sing in different languages perfectly.

Zubeen Garg

Zubeen Garg is an Indian singer, music director, composer, songwriter, and actor. While best known for his contributions to Assamese, Bengali, and Bollywood music, he has also performed in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Marathi, Odia, Bodo, Karbi, Nepali, Bishnupriya Manipuri, Goalpariya, and English... read more

He is one of the best singers in India. He is the only singer who recorded 28 songs in a single night. Over his 25-year music career, he has sung 16,000 songs. He is not only a great singer but also a good human being and a dedicated socialist. For us, he is like a god.

I bet there are very few who can dub an entire song in just a few takes, often in a single attempt. Most singers struggle in live concerts, but this guy is a genius - no joke.

He is a rockstar and an idol, especially for all of Northeast India. He is the best. Love you, sir!

Hariharan

This legendary and versatile singer has recorded music in multiple languages and genres, all in his unique style. He is one of the pioneers of Indian fusion music and has done a tremendous job promoting it. Hariharan is also a member of the popular two-man band "Colonial Cousins."

He is the greatest versatile singer, with a magical, magnetic voice. His soulful renditions and successful performances of some of the best compositions by music maestros are unforgettable.

A legendary and versatile singer, Hariharan is the king of ghazals, melodies, and vocals. He has an amazing and unique voice, with distinctive singing styles. He has sung great songs across several languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Marathi.

Sonu Nigam

Sonu Nigam, born on July 30, 1973, is an Indian playback singer, music director, dubbing artist, live performer, host, and actor. He is best known for his work in Hindi and Kannada films. Over the course of his career, he has recorded more than 6,000 songs in over 30 languages.

He should be ranked number one because he is the most versatile and melodious singer in the Indian music industry. He is a living legend and the god of singing.

He sings awesome, looks awesome, and there's nothing more to say.

Sonu Nigam is a musical king for life.

Papon

Angarag Mahanta, known by his stage name Papon, is an Indian singer, composer, and record producer from Assam. He is the lead vocalist and founder of the folk-fusion band Papon and The East India Company. Papon has also contributed to numerous Bollywood film soundtracks and has won multiple awards for... read more

Sadhana Sargam

A. R. Rahman

Allah-Rakha Rahman is an Indian composer, singer-songwriter, music producer, musician, and philanthropist. He is known for his work in Indian cinema as well as international projects, including the Oscar-winning score for Slumdog Millionaire. Rahman has received numerous awards, including two Academy... read more

Kumar Sanu

Udit Narayan

Udit Narayan Jha (born 1 December 1955) is an Indian playback singer whose songs have been featured primarily in Hindi films. He has also performed in various other languages, including Telugu, Kannada, Tamil, Bengali, Sindhi, Odia, Bhojpuri, Nepali, Malayalam, Assamese, Bagheli, and Maithili. Throughout... read more

The most melodious singer in India.

Suresh Wadkar

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Anirudh Ravichander

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Shankar Mahadevan

K. J. Yesudas

Kattassery Joseph Yesudas was born on January 10, 1940, in Fort Kochi, India. He is a prominent Indian musician and playback singer known for performing Indian classical, devotional, and cinematic songs. Over the course of more than sixty years, he has recorded over 70,000 songs in multiple languages,... read more

S. P. Balasubrahmanyam

Arijit Singh

Arijit Singh is an Indian playback singer and music programmer from West Bengal who sings in Bengali, Hindi, and several other Indian languages. He gained widespread recognition with the song Tum Hi Ho from the film Aashiqui 2. Singh is known for his emotive voice and versatility across music genres... read more

Sunidhi Chauhan

Krishna Kumar Kunnath (K.K.)

Shaan

Shantanu Mukherjee, known professionally as Shaan, is an Indian playback singer. He has sung in several Indian languages including Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, Urdu, Telugu, and Kannada. In addition to his singing career, he has hosted various television music shows and talent competitions.

Sujatha Mohan

Chinmayi

Mohit Chauhan

Vijay Prakash

Kunal Ganjawala

Shreya Ghoshal

Shreya Ghoshal is an Indian playback singer. She has received twelve National Film Awards, twenty Filmfare Awards, and eight Filmfare Awards South to date. Ghoshal is renowned for her versatility and has recorded songs in multiple Indian languages.

Alka Yagnik

Alka Yagnik is an Indian playback singer. She is noted in Indian cinema for a career spanning over three decades. Yagnik has recorded thousands of songs in multiple Indian languages and has won several awards, including seven Filmfare Awards for Best Female Playback Singer.

Lata Mangeshkar

Lata Mangeshkar was an Indian playback singer and music director. She was one of the best-known and most respected playback singers in India. Over a career spanning more than seven decades, she recorded songs in over thirty Indian languages and received numerous awards, including the Bharat Ratna.

Asha Bhosle

Asha Bhosle (September 8, 1933 - April 12, 2026) was an Indian playback singer known for her work in Hindi cinema and many other Indian languages. She was widely recognized for her versatile singing style and recorded songs in numerous genres. Her career spanned over eight decades and included thousands... read more