Happy Birthday Shaan: 6 Award-Winning Songs of the Singer – News18

Singer Shaan, born Shantanu Mukherjee, is celebrating his 52nd birthday today, September 30. He is one of the celebrated singers who has charmed the audience with his soulful voice and unique style. Over the years, the singer has proved his versatility in genres such as pop, romantic and even playback singing in Bollywood. Shaan has recorded songs in Hindi, Bengali, Kannada and Telugu, establishing himself as one of the best and highest-paid singers in India. In his career spanning nearly three decades, he has sung hundreds of songs and has won several accolades. On the occasion of his 52nd birthday, here’s a list of all his award-winning songs.

Shaan’s Award-Winning Songs

Suno Na (Jhankaar Beats)

This soulful track from Juhi Chawla starrer film Jhankaar Beats earned Shaan the Best Playback Singer – Male at the Zee Cine Awards in 2004. His emotive voice brought life to the lyrics of this love ballad.

Chand Sifarish (Fanaa)

Aamir Khan and Kajol starrer Fanaa’s Chand Sifarish remains one of Shaan’s most iconic songs, tugging at the heartstrings of the audience. This 2006 song led him to bag several accolades in 2007, including the Best Playback Singer—Male award at the Zee Cine Awards, Best Male Playback award at the Bollywood Movie Awards, Best Male Playback award at the Star Screen Awards, Best Male Playback award at the Filmfare Awards, and Best Male Playback award at the IIFA Awards.

Jab Se Tere Naina (Saawariya)

Jab Se Tere Naina, filmed on Ranbir Kapoor, became an instant hit when it was released in 2007. Shaan’s silken voice, coupled with Ranbir’s charming dance, made it a memorable song in the film’s soundtrack. The singer received several awards for this song. He bagged 2008’s Best Playback Singer—Male award at the Zee Cine Awards, Best Male Playback award at the Filmfare Awards, Best Male Playback award at the IIFA Awards and Best Male Playback Singer Award at the Producers Guild Film Awards.

Behti Hawa Sa Tha Woh (3 Idiots)

3 Idiot’s Behti Hawa Sa Tha Woh is Shaan’s most cherished song, which became a symbol of friendship and nostalgia for student life. This song not only stuck a chord with listeners for its heartfelt lyrics but also led the singer to win several awards, including the 2010 IIFA Awards’ Best Male Playback Award and GIMA’s Best Male Playback Singer Award.

Dastaan-E-Om Shanti Om (Om Shanti Om)

Deviating from his usual love ballads, Shaan conveyed the tragic story of Om Shanti Om with this saong. His dynamic vocals made this song an instant hit amongst the listeners and earned him the Best Song Award at the 2008 Annual Central European Bollywood Awards.

Tu Kahe Toh (Haasil)

Shaan also composed and sang Tu Kahe Toh, a song from Nikita Dutta and Zayed Khan’s TV show Haasil. For this enchanting love song, he earned the trophy of Best Title Music/Song Track—Jury at the Indian Television Academy Awards.