Atif Aslam

Basic Information

• Name - Atif Aslam

• Date of Birth - March 12, 1983

• Nationality - Pakistani

• Profession - Singer, songwriter, actor

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Biography

Atif Aslam, born on 12 March 1983, is a celebrated Pakistani playback singer, songwriter, composer, and actor. Known for his powerful vocal belting technique, he has recorded numerous songs for both Pakistan and India, earning immense popularity across borders. While his music is primarily in Urdu, he has also sung in Punjabi, Bengali, Per♓sian, and Pashto, showcasing his versatility.

Atif was born into a middle-class Punjabi family in Wazirabad, Punjab, Pakistan. He has three brothers who have been integral to his career—Shahzad as his photographer, Shahbaz as his designer and manager, and Shiraaz as his website coordinator. Atif spent his early childhood in Lahore, attending Kimberley Hall School until 1991, before moving to Rawalpindi. There, he continued his education at St. Paul’s C🐬ambridge School in Satellite Town. In 1995, his family returned to Lahore, where he complete💎d his studies at Divisional Public School and College (DPSC). He later attended Fazaia Inter College for his higher secondary education and eventually pursued a bachelor’s degree in computer science at the Punjab Institute of Computer Science.

Though Atif excelled a🌞cademically, his true passion was always in music. From an early age, he displayed a natural talent for singing, even winning a singing competition at the age of 15. He also competed in various talent contests during his school years, honing his skills and gaining confidence. Interestingly, Atif also aspired to become a cricketer and was known as a talented fast bowler. He was even selected for Pakistan’s under-19 cricket team but chose to pursue his education, as his parents encouraged him to become a doctor instead.

Atif’s musical journey began in the early 2000s during his college years. His debut album, Jal Pari (2004), was an instant hit, featuring iconic songs like “Aadat” and “Bheegi Yaadein.” In 2005, he ventured into Bollywood, lending his voice to the song “Woh Lamhe” in the film Zeher. This marked the beginning of hisꩵ Bollywood career, where he became a sought-after playback singer for hit 🅠songs in films across India. Simultaneously, Atif continued to contribute to Lollywood, Pakistan’s film industry, and gained international fame for his work.

Atif Aslam has also been a significant part of the iconic Coke Studio Pakistan, where his performances like “Tajdar-e-Haram” and “Wohi Khuda Hai” showcased his spiritual and emotional depth as a singer. In 2008, he was honored with the Tamgha-e-Imtiaz, Pakistan’s fourth-highest civilian award, in recognition of his contributions to ꧃music. He also received a star on the Dubai Walk of Fame in 2019 and was featured in Forbes Asia's 100 Digital Stars list in 2020.

In 2011, Atif made his acting debut in the Urdu social drama film Bol, further expanding his artistic repertoire. Despite♏ his global fame, Atif remains grounded and credits his family and fans for his success.

Career Timeline

• 2003 - Released his breakthrough single 𝓰"Aadat," which gained immense popularity across South ꦯAsia.

• 2004 - Debuted his first album, Jal Pari, with chart-topping hits like "ꦯBheegi Yaadein" and "E🐼hsaas."

• 2006 - Made his Bollywood debut with "Woh Lamhe" from the movie Zeher, which became a defining moment in his career.

• 2009 - Released "Tera Hone Laga Hoon" from Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani, solidifying his presence in Indian cinema.

• 2011 - Won the prestigious Lux Style Award for Best Original Soundtrack for Bol, a Pakistani fi🥃l൩m where he also made his acting debut.

• 2020 - Performed in Coke Stu🃏dio Pakistan, delivering renditions of spiritual songs like "Tajdar-e-Haram" and "Wohi Khuda Hai."

Achievements

Awards & Recognition:

• Lux Style Awards (multiple wins)

• Filmfare Nominations for Best Male Playback Sin💛ger

• Tamgha-e-Imtiaz (Meda🦂l of Excellence) awarded by the Government of Pakistan.

• Multiple in💦ternational awards for his concerts and albums

Records/Stats:

• Over a billi𝐆on views on YouTube for various songs.

• Consistently ranked among the top playback singers in the Indian and P𒀰akistani music industries.

• P൩erformed in over 25 countries, including sold-out concerts in the US, UK, and UAE.

Philanthropic Work:

Atif Aslam is deepꦬly involved in charit♉able causes. He frequently participates in fundraising concerts and supports education and healthcare initiatives in Pakistan. Notably, he contributed to disaster relief campaigns during the 2010 Pakistan floods.

Key Quotes / Catchphrases

• “I sing for the love of music, and the love of the people who feel it.”

• “Success is fleeting, but the emotions you evoke through your art last forever.”

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