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Bhupinder Babbal Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated September 4, 2026 • 6 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth17 July

AgeNot Known

BirthplaceKurali, Punjab

ProfessionSinger

NationalityIndian

Marital statusMarried

FamilySon - Shagan Preet Singh; Daughter - Harsimran Deep Kaur; Father - Surjit Singh; Mother - Gurmeet Kaur

Bhupinder Babbal Biography

Bhupinder Babbal is an Indian singer from Kurali, Punjab, known for his rendition of the song 'Arjan Vailly' featured in the 2023 Bollywood film Animal. He

Early life and background

Bhupinder Babbal was born on 17 July and raised in Kurali, Punjab. He attended Khalsa Higher Secondary School in Kurali where he joined the NCC and earned a grade A certificate. Later he pursued higher education at Government College, Ropar and completed a Master of Arts in political science.

Growing up in a family rooted in the region, Bhupinder developed an interest in Punjabi folk music through participation in cultural programs during his school and college years. Early performing experiences included singing at local events such as village weddings and traditional wrestling matches, where he began earning money from music. A performance opportunity in England proved pivotal, convincing him to focus on music as a professional path.

Career

Bhupinder made a significant leap into national recognition in 2023 when his vocal contribution featured in the Bollywood film Animal. The pre-teaser for the film’s soundtrack, which included his singing, attracted widespread attention and helped introduce his voice to a wider audience. He is credited with singing the song “Arjan Vailly” in the film’s soundtrack, which became a noted part of his discography.

Before and alongside his playback work, Bhupinder has performed and recorded a variety of Punjabi folk songs and devotional pieces. Titles associated with his repertoire include “Arjan Valley,” “Mirza,” “Challa,” and “Saint Soldier.” He has also contributed to cultural life as a music teacher at S. D. College, Sector 32, Chandigarh, and has served as a judge at many inter-college competitions and regional cultural programs.

His public-facing roles have included judging and performing at events such as Youth Punjab Basant Mela in Canada and the Lohri Mela in Chandigarh. In January 2022 he shared a stage with the Benipal Sisters at a concert in Dabwali. In 2021 he was appointed as a member of the Punjab Kala Bhawan in Chandigarh by the then chief minister Charanjit Singh Channi.

Awards and recognition

Bhupinder’s work on the Animal soundtrack received award recognition in early 2024. At the 69th Filmfare Awards on 28 January 2024 he was honoured with Best Playback Singer (Male) for the song “Arjan Valley” and the film’s music album won Best Music Album. Those accolades marked a notable milestone in his transition from regional performer to nationally recognized playback singer.

Public profile

Bhupinder identifies with Sikhism and is based in his hometown of Kurali. He has two children, a son named Shagan Preet Singh and a daughter named Harsimran Deep Kaur. His father, Surjit Singh, has served as a sarpanch, and his mother is Gurmeet Kaur. Bhupinder’s stated political inclination is with the Indian National Congress.

Physically, his height is listed at approximately 173 cm (5 feet 8 inches), with black hair and black eyes. He counts Gurdas Maan among his musical influences and has expressed appreciation for actors such as Irrfan Khan and Amol Palekar. His film preference includes Billu Barber.

Bhupinder has built a presence beyond live performance through online platforms; members of the Animal film team first contacted him after hearing one of his songs on YouTube. Social media information includes a Facebook presence under his name.

Controversies

During a live promotional event for Animal in Hyderabad on 27 November 2023, Bhupinder’s on-stage performance of the song “Arjan Valley” was disrupted when the backing audio stopped, and videos from the event led to criticism and suggestions that he was miming to pre-recorded tracks. The incident generated online discussion and trolling about the nature of the performance.

Latest updates

The visibility afforded by Animal’s soundtrack has led to increased interest from directors in both Punjabi and Hindi film and music circles. Following the song’s teaser release, Bhupinder received offers and inquiries from filmmakers and music directors seeking collaboration. His Filmfare wins in January 2024 further elevated his profile and opened new opportunities in the industry.
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Recent Work

Arjan Vailly (song) — Animal (film)

Provided vocals for the song used in the 2023 Bollywood film Animal, which brought him national recognition.

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Career Highlights

  1. Became widely known for singing the song 'Arjan Vailly' in the 2023 film Animal
  2. Appointed member of Punjab Kala Bhawan, Chandigarh (2021)
  3. Won Best Playback Singer (Male) and Best Music Album at the 69th Filmfare Awards (28 January 2024)
  4. Served as music teacher at S. D. College, Chandigarh and judged multiple cultural programs
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bhupinder Babbal born?

17 July

What is Bhupinder Babbal known for?

Singer

What is Bhupinder Babbal’s marital status?

Married