Vani Jairam, a luminary of Indian music, has carved a niche for herself as a versatile and mesmerizing playback singer, whose voice has graced the soundtracks of multiple film industries across India. Born Kalaivani on November 30, 1945, in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, she began her musical journey with formal training in Carnatic music. Her talent soon caught the attention of the renowned music director Vasant Desai, who provided her with the opportunity to make her playback debut in the Hindi film "Guddi" in 1971. Since then, Vani Jairam's dulcet tones have spread across various languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and more, notching up thousands of songs in her prolific career.

Beyond film music, Vani Jairam's soul-stirring renditions in devotional and classical albums have bestowed upon her a sacred aura within the music fraternity. Her recent releases showcase her deep-rooted connection with spirituality and her adeptness at infusing emotion into sacred lyrics. Albums like "Mahakavi Bharathiyar Songs, Vol. 2" and "Meera Geethangal" reflect her ability to embody the devotion of saint-poets and bring their compositions to life, while works such as "Thiruppavai" and "Krishna Karnamrutha" exhibit her command over complex classical material. Vani Jairam continues to be celebrated for her contribution to music, with numerous awards under her belt, and her voice remains an irreplaceable treasure in the Indian music landscape.

Genres

Classic Kollywood

Filmi

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Latest Release

Ashtalakshmi Sthothramala

Vani Jairam

Single - Released July 15, 2024