Biography
Alka Yagnik is one of India’s most celebrated playback singers, renowned for her melodious voice and long-standing contribution to Bollywood music. She was born on 20 March 1966 in Kolkata, West Bengal, into a musically inclined Gujarati family. Trained initially by her mother, Shubha Yagnik, Alka showed exceptional talent from a young age. She later moved to Mumbai to pursue a professional singing career. Over the decades, she became the voice behind countless iconic Hindi film songs, earning immense popularity, critical acclaim, and a lasting place in Indian music history.

Career Life
Alka Yagnik began her playback singing career in the late 1970s and rose to prominence in the late 1980s and 1990s. She became the preferred voice for leading actresses and collaborated with legendary music directors such as Nadeem–Shravan, Anu Malik, and Jatin–Lalit. Alka has sung thousands of songs in Hindi and several regional languages, delivering numerous chartbusters. Her work earned her multiple Filmfare Awards and national recognition. Known for her expressive singing and emotional depth, she dominated the Bollywood music scene for over two decades and remains an influential figure in Indian playback singing.

Personal Life
Alka Yagnik married businessman Neeraj Kapoor in 1989, and the couple has a daughter named Syesha Kapoor. Despite her immense fame, Alka has maintained a relatively private and balanced personal life. She prefers staying away from controversies and focuses on family, music, and spiritual well-being. Alka is known for her disciplined lifestyle and professionalism, which contributed to her longevity in the industry. Even today, she remains connected to music through live performances, judging reality shows, and mentoring young talent, balancing her personal commitments with her passion for singing gracefully.