Bombay Jayashri

Bombay Jayashri is a renowned Indian Carnatic vocalist and singer, celebrated for her distinctive vocal range and versatility in performing songs across multiple Indian languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi. Born in Kolkata, she spent her formative years in Mumbai and later settled in Chennai, where she has spent most of her life. Jayashri's musical journey began with training from her parents, followed by tutelage under prominent gurus like Lalgudi Jayaraman and T.R. Balamani. Her career highlights include a Filmfare Award for Best Female Playback Singer for the song "Vaseegara" and an Oscar nomination for "Pi's Lullaby" from the film "Life of Pi." In 2021, she was honored with the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian award, and in 2023, she received the prestigious Sangeetha Kalanidhi award from the Madras Music Academy.

Jayashri's connection to Mumbai, though brief, has been significant, as it shaped her personality and exposed her to diverse musical genres, including Hindustani and Western music. Her performances have garnered acclaim globally, making her one of the most sought-after Carnatic musicians today. Her recent releases reflect her continued creativity and versatility in the music scene.

Genres

Tamil Pop

Kollywood

Folk

Contemporary Classical

Soundtrack

Indian Classical

Bhajan

Devotional

Carnatic

Film Music

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Latest Release

Striking a Chord With Bombay Jayashri

Bombay Jayashri

Single - Released December 6, 2024