Pawan Singh
Pawan Singh is an Indian politician, playback singer, and actor primarily associated with the Bhojpuri film industry.
Early life and education
Singh was born in Arrah, Bihar, India in 1986. He attended primary school in Kolkata before returning to Arrah, where he completed his intermediate education at H.N.K. High School. He later graduated from Maharaja College, Arrah.Music career
Singh's first album was Odhaniya Wali, which released in 1997. In 2004, he made his acting debut with the 2007 film Rangli Chunariya Tohre Naam. In 2008, Singh released the album Lollipop Lageli, which includes the song "Lollipop Lagelu". That year, Singh released another album, Don't Touch My Body, with the song "Saniya Mirza Cut Nathuniya".In 2020, he made his Bollywood debut with the song "Kamariya Hila Rahi Hai" featuring American dancer and actress Lauren Gottlieb. His second Bollywood single was "Babuni Tere Rang Me", a holi song featuring Tridha Choudhury, which was followed by "Current" featuring Payal Dev. In 2021, he sang a Chhath song with Sonu Nigam and released Bhojpuri cover versions of popular Bollywood songs like "Lut Gaye ", originally sung by Jubin Nautiyal and "Barish Ban Jana". After these cover versions, he released a remake of the Hindi song "Tumsa Koi Pyara" from the film Khuddar in Bhojpuri. His next Bhojpuri single, "Zindagi" was in collaboration with Haryanvi singer Renuka Panwar.
His voice has been featured in several Hindi films, such as the track "Aayi Nai" from Stree 2 and the track "Chumma" from Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video. Singh was nominated for the Filmfare Award for Best Male Playback Singer for his rendition of "Aayi Nai" and won the TOIFA 2025 Song of the Year award for the song. He received the Best Male Singer Award at the International Bhojpuri Film Awards 2016.
Political career
Singh entered politics ahead of the 2024 Indian general election, chosen as the Bharatiya Janata Party candidate for the Asansol Lok Sabha constituency in West Bengal. His nomination drew mixed reactions. Some welcomed his popularity as a Bhojpuri film star, while others criticized the decision, citing his controversial public image. Within days of the announcement, Singh withdrew his candidature, stating that the decision was made due to "personal reasons."In May 2024, Singh was expelled from the BJP after announcing his candidacy as an independent candidate for the Karakat Lok Sabha constituency in Bihar, opposing the party's official nominee, Upendra Kushwaha. The BJP cited his actions as "anti-party activities" and "indiscipline," stating that his decision harmed the party's image.
Singh's campaign in Karakat received media coverage, and featured large public rallies that included musical performances. His candidacy divided public opinion; supporters saw him as representing the youth and the Bhojpuri-speaking population, while critics expressed concerns regarding his political experience and the potential for vote splitting. Although he did not win the election, commentators noted that the campaign increased his political profile in Bihar.
On 1 October 2025, Singh rejoined the BJP under the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah, BJP president J. P. Nadda, BJP Bihar in charge Vinod Tawde and his Karakat opponent Upendra Kushwaha.
Personal life
Pawan Singh married Neelam Singh in 2014; she committed suicide in March 2015.In 2019, actress Akshara Singh filed a first information report against Pawan Singh, alleging threats and posting of vulgar content on social media after their breakup.
In March 2018, he married Jyoti Singh, a resident of Ballia, Uttar Pradesh. In October 2021, Jyoti filed for divorce, alleging domestic abuse and marital disputes. She also claimed that he forced her to undergo abortions after their marriage. The divorce case included disputes over alimony and property settlement, with reports suggesting Jyoti demanded financial compensation and a residence, while Pawan offered a smaller settlement.
In September 2025, Singh faced legal issues in Varanasi after a complaint alleged that he had cheated a hotelier out of ₹1.57 crore in connection with investments in the 2018 Bhojpuri film, Boss. The court directed the police to register a case under multiple sections of the Indian Penal Code.
On Pawan Singh's birthday, a controversial video surfaced showing the Bhojpuri star seemingly drunk and making questionable remarks. The video, which quickly went viral, sparked widespread criticism and drew attention from his fans and critics alike. Despite the backlash, Singh has yet to publicly comment on the incident.
Filmography
In Bhojpuri cinema, Singh has appeared in films such as Pratigya, Bajrang, Satya, Crack Fighter, Raja, Sher Singh, Maa Tujhe Salaam, Jai Hind, Maine Unko Sajan Chun Liya, Tabadala, Dhadkan, Powerstar, Mera Bharat Mahaan, Pawan Raja, Sarkar Raj and ''Har Har Gange''.Films
Television
Web series
Discography
Non-film Bhojpuri songs
Hindi
| Year | Album/Single | Song | Music | Lyrics | Co-singer | Notes |
| 2020 | Kamariya Hila Rahi Hai | "Kamariya Hila Rahi Hai" | Payal Dev | Mohsin Shaikh & Payal Dev | Payal Dev | |
| 2021 | Babuni Tere Rang Me | "Babuni Tere Rang Me" | Salim–Sulaiman | Dr. Sagar | Sharvi Yadav | |
| 2021 | Current | "Current" | Payal Dev | Mohsin Shaikh & Payal Dev | Mohsin Shaikh & Payal Dev | |
| 2022 | Yaad Aati Nahi | "Yaad Aati Nahi" | Salim–Sulaiman | Shradha Pandit | ||
| 2023 | Tumhare Siva | "Tumhare Siva" | Nikhil–Vinay & Chhote Baba | Faaiz Anwar & Sameer Anjaan | Khusboo Jain | Remake of Tumhare Siva |
| 2024 | Teri Laal Chunariya | "Teri Laal Chunariya" | Javed-Mohsin | Rashmi Virag | Jyotica Tangri | |
| 2025 | Pyaar Mein Hain Hum | "Pyaar Mein Hain Hum" | Aditya Dev & Payal Dev | Kunaal Vermaa | Payal Dev | |
| 2025 | Shankara | "Shankara" | Ullumanati | Ullumanati | Directed By Ganesh Acharya | |
| 2025 | Le Jayenge Tere Sajna | "Le Jayenge Tere Sajna" | Shabbir Ahmed | Shabbir Ahmed | Palak Muchhal |
Hindi film songs
Political Song
| Year | Album/Single | Song | Music | Lyrics | Co-singer | Notes |
| 2014 | Aaeel Jaunpur Ke Beta | Jaunpur Se Delhi | Madhukar Anand | Pyarelal Yadav "Kavi Ji" | For MP Candidate Ravi Kishan From Gorakhpur Lok Sabha | |
| 2015 | Vote Mange Betwa Tohar | "Vote Mange Betwa Tohar" | Avinash Jha " Ghunghuru Ji " | Vinay Bihari | For BJP MLA Candidate Vinay Bihari | |
| 2015 | Ago Vote Mangatani | "Ago Vote Mangatani" | Chhote Baba "Basahi" | Vinay Bihari | For BJP MLA Candidate Vinay Bihari | |
| 2018 | Dhaile Narendra Modi Mathe Daurwa | "Dhaile Narendra Modi Mathe Daurwa" | Om Jha | Vinay Bihari | ||
| 2019 | Bharat Maa Ka Beta Hai | "Bharat Maa Ka Beta Hai" | Chhotu Rawat | Vinay Bihari | Celebrating the election victory of the BJP. | |
| 2019 | Vijai Bhaile Mor Lalanawa | "Vijai Bhaile Mor Lalanawa" | Chhotu Rawat | Vinay Bihari | Sona Singh | Celebrating the election victory of the BJP. |
| 2023 | Hai Desh Diwana Modi Ka | "Hai Desh Diwana Modi Ka" | Priyanshu Singh & Shubham SBR | Vinay Bihari | To mark Narendra Modi's birthday. | |
| 2024 | Aashirwad Mange Pawanva | "Aashirwad Mange Pawanva" | Priyanshu Singh | Deepak Singh | Shivani Singh | Pawan Singh had rebelled against the BJP and contested the election as an independent candidate from Karakat. |
| 2025 | Ghate Chalale Modi Nitish | "Ghate Chalale Modi Nitish" | Ratnesh Singh | Ashok Shivpuri | ||
| 2025 | Jodi Modi Nitish Ke Hit Hoi | "Jodi Modi Nitish Ke Hit Hoi" | Priyanshu Singh | Ashok Shivpuri | Shivani Singh | |
| 2025 | Jodi Modi Nitish Ke Hit Ho Gail | "Jodi Modi Nitish Ke Hit Ho Gail" | Priyanshu Singh | Ashok Shivpuri | Shivani Singh | In celebration of the massive victory of NDA government in Bihar. |