Who is Sonu Kakkar?

​Who Is Sonu Kakkar? The singer who distanced herself from her siblings Sonu Kakkar is more than just Neha and Tony Kakkar’s elder sister. She is a powerhouse of talent with a raw, rustic voice. Sonu has quietly built a career on her own terms.

Recently, she made headlines for emotionally distancing herself from her siblings—but her story begins far before the fame. So who is Sonu Kakkar? A singer, a fighter and a woman who chose silence over drama and music over media glare. Early Life: Born with music in her soul Born on October 20, 1979, in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, Sonu Kakkar grew up in a small rented house with her parents and two younger siblings.



Their family faced financial hardships, with her father working as a samosa vendor outside a school. Sonu began singing bhajans at jagrans at a very young age, not just for devotion but to earn a little money to help her family get by. Her voice is so soulful, it became her strength even before she understood its power.

​Education and musical roots Sonu completed her basic education in Rishikesh but could not pursue higher education due to financial struggles. She had no formal training in music but learned by listening and practicing relentlessly. She spent her days listening to Lata Mangeshkar and Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, absorbing every nuance.

Her music journey was self-driven, grounded in spirituality, folk and raw vocal strength. Marriage and life away from the limelight Sonu Kakkar is married to Neeraj Sharma, a composer and entrepreneur who has been a pillar of support in her journey. The couple leads a quiet life away from the glitz, and she often speaks of inner peace, shares devotional tracks and expresses her gratitude for the simple things.

Sonu also never sought the attention that her siblings enjoy—her journey was never about the spotlight but about staying true to her sound T​he Rise to fame: From ‘Babuji’ to ‘Madari’ Her big break came with the 2003 chartbuster 'Babuji Zara Dheere Chalo.' With her husky voice and bold presence, Sonu stood out instantly. She later collaborated with Vishal Dadlani, Ram Sampath and other musical legends, delivering unforgettable tracks in Bollywood and beyond.

In recent years, she’s focused more on devotional and indie music, building a niche fan base that admires her artistic authenticity. ​Why she chose distance over drama While Neha and Tony Kakkar often appear together in music videos and social media posts, fans noticed Sonu’s absence from their lives. Recently, Sonu revealed she has emotionally distanced herself from her siblings, Neha and Tony.

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