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Akbar Khan (Bigg Boss Malayalam 7) Biography: Singer, Music Director,

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated October 3, 2026 • 6 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth7 June

BirthplaceKunnamkulam, Kerala

ProfessionSinger, Music Director

NationalityIndian

Marital statusMarried

SpouseShereen Khan

FamilyOne brother

Akbar Khan (Bigg Boss Malayalam 7) Biography

Akbar Khan is an Indian singer and music director from Kunnamkulam, Kerala. Rising from grassroots gigs and reality-show success, he has worked as a film‑l

Early life and background

Akbar Khan was born on 7 June in Kunnamkulam, Kerala. He completed his schooling at St. Francis Higher Secondary School, Mattom, and later at DePaul English Higher Secondary School, Choondal. He holds a B.Com. degree after studies at Prathibha College, Punnayurkulam and the University of Calicut. Khan comes from a Muslim family and grew up in his hometown of Kunnamkulam.

Career

Akbar Khan began formal training in Indian classical music in 2011. By May 2016 he was working locally as a freelance vocalist and guitarist in Thrissur, performing with bands while building a presence on stage. He moved into playback singing in 2018, contributing vocals to Malayalam films including Alliyambal (2018), Margamkali (2019), and Edakkad Battalion 06 (2019).

In 2019 Khan entered the reality-show circuit as a contestant on Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Keralam on Zee Keralam, where he was recognised as the season’s Best Performer. That exposure led to appearances on other music shows such as Mylanchi and Patturumal. Beyond film work, he has released Malayalam singles and filmed music videos for tracks including Unneesho (2020), Oh Mulle (2022), Nira Ravil (2022), and Kanave (2023).

Khan has also maintained a visible presence as a live performer, sharing unplugged recordings and stage shows across Kerala and abroad. In 2024 he served as one of the judges on Star Singer Season 9 on Asianet, demonstrating a transition from contestant to adjudicator. In 2025 he appeared as a contestant on Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7 on Asianet.

Before his music career became established, Khan worked in manual and gig economy jobs — driving heavy equipment and as an Uber taxi driver — while continuing to pursue music and support his family.

Public profile

Physically, Akbar Khan has black eyes and black hair. He is known to enjoy travel in his free time. His public social presence includes Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.

Personal life

Akbar Khan is married to Shereen Khan, a doctor; the couple married on 10 March 2024. He has one brother. His food preference is non‑vegetarian.

Latest updates

Khan remained active across formats into the mid‑2020s: he judged a televised singing competition in 2024 and joined the cast of Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7 as a contestant in 2025. He continues to release singles and perform live, while also working as a music director alongside his singing projects.
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Recent Work

Judge on Star Singer Season 9

Served as one of the judges on the Malayalam singing reality show Star Singer Season 9 on Asianet.

2024
Contestant on Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7

Participated as a contestant on the reality television show Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7.

2025
Music video - Kanave

Featured in the music video for the single Kanave.

2023
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Career Highlights

  1. Started learning Indian classical music in 2011
  2. Worked as a freelance vocalist and guitarist in Thrissur from 2016
  3. Began playback singing for Malayalam films in 2018
  4. Won Best Performer of the Season on Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Keralam (2019)
  5. Served as a judge on Star Singer Season 9 (2024)
  6. Participated in Bigg Boss Malayalam Season 7 (2025)
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Akbar Khan (Bigg Boss Malayalam 7) born?

7 June

What is Akbar Khan (Bigg Boss Malayalam 7) known for?

Singer, Music Director

What is Akbar Khan (Bigg Boss Malayalam 7)’s marital status?

Married

Who is Akbar Khan (Bigg Boss Malayalam 7) married to?

Shereen Khan