Atif Aslam

Atif Muhammad Aslam (pronounced [muɦəmməd aːtɪf əsləm], (Urdu: محمد ععف اسلم; born 12 March 1983) is a Pakistani playback singer and actor. He has recorded numerous chart-topping songs [4] and is known for his vocal belting technique . [5] He predominantly sings in Urdu, Hindi and has also sung in Bengali. He has received Tamgha-e-Imtiaz in 2008, the fourth-highest decoration given to children in Pakistan and has also received numerous Lux style awards. [6 ] His acting debut was in the 2011 social drama Bol. In 2019, he was awarded The Dubai Walk of fame-Star for being the 'Best Singer in Pakistan Early life Atif Aslam was born into a Punjabi Muslim family in Wazirabad (Gujranwala district), Punjab, Pakistan. He started his education at Kimberley Hall School, Lahore. In 1991, he moved to Rawalpindi where he continued his studies in St. Louis. Paul's Cambridge School, Satellite Town, Rawalpindi. In 1995, Aslam returned to Lahore where he continued his studies at the Divisional Public School. He attended Fazaia Inter College Lahore for his HSSC in 1999–2001. He attended PICS to do his Bachelor's degree in Computer Shadow Career Atif Aslam says he has had no formal training in music, that it was not until his college days that he began to actively take part in music competitions and his friends inspired him to pursue a career in music. [12] He has said that Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan is one of his very first inspirations in singing. [12] The career of Atif Aslam began with forming the band Jal and releasing the song 'Adaat' with Goher Mumtaz in Pakistan in 2003. The original version of the song was written by Goher Mumtaz and sung by Atif Aslam. During that time, Atif Aslam was the lead singer of Jal. He recorded Aadat with his pocket money at the age of 17. The band released the song on the internet in 2003, which became a youth anthem. After separation from Jal, On 17 July 2004, Aslam released his first album titled Jal Pari (meaning 'Mermaid') which was an instant hit. [13] [14] Several songs from his debut album, such as: "Bheegi Yaadein", "Ehsaas", "Mahi Ve", "Ankhon Sey" and the title track "Jal Pari" went on to become major hits and charted across countries in the subcontinent. He got his first breakthrough in Bollywood when director Mahesh Bhatt called Aslam to seek his consent to include "Woh Lamhey" in the soundtrack of his new motion picture, Zeher (2005). Following Jal Pari, Aslam released two more successful solo albums, Doorie and Meri Kahani. He has recorded many songs for Hindi cinema, that were successful as well. Because of its chart-topping and successful songs, he is regarded as one of the best playback singers of Indian music industry till date. Singing style, impact and recognition Musician and singer Sajjad Ali said, "You can see how big Artists even in India try to copy Atif's way of singing, tune, where to pick up from, where and when to hold and even release a note. Not that they are bad singers , they can sing pretty well, but you can see why they try to sing in Atif's expression and tone ". [40] Arijit Singh, one of the most acclaimed singers of India, [41] frequently sings Atif Aslam songs in his concerts. [42] [43] and is often compared to Atif Aslam because of a similar tone of singing. [44] Regarding this, Atif Aslam said "If God's kind to someone you should also respect them. Arijit has been blessed and people should respect him. I am no one to control anyone. We need to understand there's no such thing as number one." [44] [45] Popular playback singers Jubin Nautiyal and Armaan Malik covers Aslam songs on their YouTube channel. [46] [47] Playback singer Mika Singh sought Aslam's singing as well. [48] Oscar winning music director AR Rahman said in an interview - "Gifted, he has a great voice" when asked about what he thinks of Aslam. [49] Renowned music director duo Vishal-Shekhar said "One thing about Atif Aslam is that his voice is magic. His voice quality is unbelievable. A lot of people have been working with him. And there is something in his voice. There is something. ". [50] Popular music director Mithoon said in another interview -" I always liked Atif Aslam's voice.He is an expert in expressing feelings through his singing ". [50] Popular music director Amaal Malik said" It was a true dream come true moment for me when Atif Aslam sung my composition ". [51] Legendary music director Pritam said in a reality show" Someone may sing better than Atif. But the singing that Atif does, only he can do. It's about his identity. [52] Popular playback singer Mohit Chauhan is all praise for Aslam: "I love this guy and I love his songs", he said. [53] Regarding comparisons with Arijit Singh, music director Amaal Malik said "... can't compare any one to Atif Aslam, he is a senior and has been around for years" [54] "Arijit is Arijit, Atif is Atif, they have their own styles and strengths "[54] Singer Alamgir sought Aslam for keeping pop music alive in Pakistan. He said: "I'm thankful to Atif for keeping pop alive. It's