Satinder Sartaaj
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.jpg) Satinder Sartaaj at 18th IIFA Awards, East Rutherford, New Jersey, US | |
| Background information | |
| Also known as | Satinder Sartaaj |
| Born | Satinder Pal Singh Bajrawar, Hoshiarpur, Punjab, India |
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| Instruments | Vocals, harmonium, chimta, Saaz-e-Sartaaj (his self-created musical instrument) |
| Years active | 2003–present |
| Website | satindersartaaj |
Satinder Pal Singh, popularly known as Satinder Sartaaj, is an Indian singer, songwriter, actor and poet primarily associated with Punjabi songs and films.[1][2] He gained fame with his song "Sai" and, since then has performed across the world.[3] Sartaaj made his film debut portraying Maharaja Duleep Singh in The Black Prince in 2017.
Early life
Satinder Pal Singh was born in the village of Bajrawar in Hoshiarpur, Punjab. He attended school at the government elementary school in his village. While in the third standard, he began performing in local Bal Sabhas.[4]
Education
Sartaaj obtained an honours degree in music from Government College, Hoshiarpur. He concentrated on his musical career while completing his MPhil in Sufi music singing and later a PhD in Sufi singing (Gayan) from Panjab University, Chandigarh. He also taught music at Panjab University for six years. Sartaaj also completed a certificate course and Diploma in the Persian language.[1] He started writing poetry and adopted his Takhallus (pen name), Sartaaj, while at college.
Career
Sartaaj pursued a professional music career in his 20s. Before this, he has stated he was a farmer and had no interest in pursuing a career as a performer.
His big performance break was in 2008 when he got booked for a gig in Toronto, Ontario. The show's organisers had heard him singing on YouTube and wanted him to perform for the Punjabi-Canadian audience.[5]
In 2011, Sartaaj won "Best International Act" at the Brit Asia TV Music Awards (BAMA).[6]
On 2 May 2014, Sartaaj performed in the Royal Albert Hall.[7] He won "Best Songwriter" again at BAMA 2017 and "Music Video of the Year" at BAMA 2018 for "Udaarian".[8][9]
He debuted in the American film industry with the lead role in the movie The Black Prince, a historic biopic of Maharaja Duleep Singh which was released on 21 July 2017.[10] He has also acted in Punjabi films including Ikko Mikke (2020) and Kali Jotta (2023).[11]
Philosophy
Although he has taught at the university and is an accomplished bhangra performer, composer, and singer, Sartaaj considers shayari (poetry) as his first love.[12]
Discography
Film
| Year | Song | Film | Composer(s) | Singer(s) | Lyrics |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | "Jalsa 2.0" | Mission Raniganj | Satinder Sartaaj, Prem-Hardeep | Satinder Sartaaj | |
| 2025 | "Rang" | Sky Force | Tanishk Bagchi | Satinder Sartaaj, Zahrah S. Khan | Shloke Lal |
| 2026 | "Jaiye Sajana" | Dhurandhar: The Revenge | Shashwat Sachdev | Satinder Sartaaj, Jasmine Sandlas | |
Albums
| Year | Album | Music | Record label |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Sartaaj | Speed Records | |
| 2011 | Cheerey Wala Sartaaj | Moviebox Birmingham Limited | |
| 2012 | Tere Qurbaan | Finetone Cassette Industries | |
| 2013 | Afsaaney Sartaaj De | Jatinder Shah | Firdaus Production |
| 2014 | Rangrez -The Poet of Colors | Partners in Rhyme | Sony Music |
| 2016–2017 | Hazaarey Wala Munda | Jatinder Shah | Shemaroo Entertainment Limited |
| 2018 | Seasons of Sartaaj | Saga Music | |
| 2019–2021 | Seven Rivers | Beat Minister | |
| 2021 | Tehreek[13] | ||
| 2023 | Shayrana Sartaaj[14] | Satinder Sartaaj (YouTube channel) | |
| 2024 | Travel Diaries | Speed Records | |
| Travel Diaries Vol II | Satinder Sartaaj (YouTube channel) | ||
| 2025 | Travel Diaries Vol III - Saugaat | ||
| Liberation | JCD Production, Black Virus | ||
| 2026 | The Perfumed Moments |
Singles
| Year | Single | Music | Record label |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 | Ibadat | Ranveer Sandhu | Finetone Cassette Industries |
| 2012 | Sartaaj Live | Speed Records | |
| 2015 | Hamza – A Sufiana Ecstasy | Firdaus Productions | |
| 2017 | Masoomiyat | Beat Minister | T-Series |
| 2019 | Shagufta Dili | YRF | |
| Aarti (Aqeedat-e-Sartaaj) | Saga Music | ||
| 2020 | Zafarnamah- Letter of Victory (By Guru Gobind Singh Ji) | Firdaus production | |
| Kuchh Badal Geya Ey | YRF Music | ||
| Auzaar [15] | Saga Music | ||
| 2021 | Qanoon [16] | ||
| Pakeezgi | T-Series | ||
| Planet Punjab [11] | Satinder Sartaaj (YouTube channel) | ||
| Shava Ni Girdhari Lal | Jatinder Shah | Humble Music | |
| 2022 | Kamaal Ho Gea | Manan Bhardwaj | T-Series |
| Nadan Jehi Aas [17] | Beat Minister | Firdaus production | |
| Dil Gaunda Firda [11] | T-Series | ||
| Titli [11] | Jugnu | ||
| Zara Faasley Te | |||
| Jaan Ke Bhuleke | |||
| 2023 | Galla'n Ee Ney | Jatinder Shah | Universal Music India |
| Paris Di Jugni (title track) | Partners in Rhythm | T-Series | |
| 2024 | Bulbul | Beat Minister | Saregama |
| Japji Sahib | Traditional | Satinder Sartaaj (YouTube channel) | |
| Bulauna Ni Aaya | Beat Minister | Saregama | |
| Ilahi Rangey | Prem & Hardeep | Saregama | |
| 2025 | Koh-Faq | Satinder Sartaaj (YouTube channel) | |
| Aalam-Aara | Beat Minister | Satinder Sartaaj (YouTube channel) | |
| Benazir - The Unparalleled | JCD Production | Satinder Sartaaj (YouTube channel) | |
| Hind Ki Chadar | Satinder Sartaaj (YouTube channel) | ||
| 2026 | Aa Sajan | Prem & Hardeep | Speed Records |
Filmography
| Year | Film | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | The Black Prince | Maharaja Duleep Singh | American film |
| 2020 | Ikko Mikke | Nihaal | Punjabi film |
| 2023 | Kali Jotta | Deedar | |
| 2024 | Shayar[18] | Satta | |
| 2025 | Hoshiar Singh[19] | Hoshiar Singh |
References
- 1 2 Sharma, S.D. (17 February 2006). "Sufiana Spell". The Tribune Lifestyle. Chandigarh. Archived from the original on 5 July 2017. Retrieved 16 October 2010.
- ↑ Kapoor, Karan (30 August 2009). "Dr. Satinder Sartaj takes Sufism to music lovers across the world". Thaindian. Archived from the original on 19 June 2018. Retrieved 11 April 2018.
- ↑ Chhibber, Charu (14 August 2010). "Stirring the soul with Sufi music". The Tribune. Ludhiana. Retrieved 16 October 2010.
- ↑ "Satinder Sartaaj". desiblitz.com. 9 September 2012.
- ↑ "Exclusive SATINDER SARTAAJ Interview | In Conversation with Amin Dhillon (Ep. 10)". YouTube. 26 November 2019. Retrieved 9 April 2021.
- ↑ "Brit Asia Music Awards 2011". Asian Image. 16 September 2011. Retrieved 15 September 2020.
- ↑ "Satinder Sartaaj to visit UK for premiere of his film 'Ikko Mikke'". BizAsia | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music. 3 March 2020. Retrieved 15 September 2020.
- ↑ Baddhan, Raj (5 March 2017). "Brit Asia World Music Awards 2017: Winners". BizAsia | Media, Entertainment, Showbiz, Brit, Events and Music. Retrieved 15 September 2020.
- ↑ "BritAsia TV Music Awards 2018: Winners List". BizAsia. 8 October 2018. Retrieved 15 September 2020.
- ↑ "The Black Prince movie review: Strong subject, poorly executed". Hindustan Times. 22 July 2017. Retrieved 11 March 2018.
- 1 2 3 4 "Punjabi singer-actor Satinder Sartaaj, who has released a single titled Titli, says he enjoys live performances much more than acting". Tribune. 25 September 2022. Retrieved 19 June 2023.
- ↑ "PTC Punjabi - Showcase Black Prince". YouTube. PTC Punjabi. 25 July 2017. Archived from the original on 15 December 2021. Retrieved 18 February 2018.
- ↑ "Tehreek (The Movement): Satinder Sartaaj shares the poster of his upcoming song". The Times of India. 23 December 2020. Retrieved 25 December 2020.
- ↑ "Shayrana Sartaaj: Satinder Sartaaj Is Soon Coming With A Music Album To Melt Your Heart". 5 Dariya News. 3 March 2023. Retrieved 19 June 2023.
- ↑ "Punjabi Gana New Songs Videos 2020: Latest Punjabi Song 'Auzaar' Sung by Satinder Sartaaj". timesofindia.indiatimes.com. 24 July 2020. Retrieved 25 December 2020.
- ↑ "Qanoon | Satinder Sartaaj | Official Video | New Punjabi Song 2021 | Beat Minister | Saga Music - YouTube". www.youtube.com. 2 January 2021. Retrieved 2 January 2021.
- ↑ Nadan Jehi Aas, 23 February 2022, retrieved 26 February 2022
- ↑ Sheetal (16 April 2024). "Neeru Bajwa and Satinder Sartaaj have paired up once more for the upcoming Punjabi film Shayar". The Tribune. Retrieved 16 April 2024.
- ↑ "ਖ਼ਤਮ ਹੋਈ ਸਤਿੰਦਰ ਸਰਤਾਜ ਦੀ ਫਿਲਮ 'ਹੁਸ਼ਿਆਰ ਸਿੰਘ' ਦੀ ਸ਼ੂਟਿੰਗ, ਟੀਮ ਨੇ 6 ਕੇਕ ਕੱਟ ਕੇ ਮਨਾਇਆ ਜਸ਼ਨ". ETV Bharat News (in Punjabi). 21 October 2024. Retrieved 13 December 2024.