Description
Rahat Fateh Ali Khan was born into a renowned Punjabi family of Qawwals and classical singers in Faisalabad, Pakistan. He is the son of Farrukh Fateh Ali Khan, grandson of Fateh Ali Khan, and nephew of the legendary Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan. From a very young age, Rahat showed a deep passion for music, often singing with his father and uncle. By the age of seven, he began formal training under Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan in the art of Qawwali.
At just nine years old, Rahat gave his first public performance at his grandfather’s death anniversary. By fifteen, he had become an integral member of Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan’s qawwali group and toured the United Kingdom with him in 1985. Alongside group performances, Rahat also began singing solo pieces during concerts.
He made his Bollywood playback singing debut with the song “Mann Ki Lagan” from the film Paap (2003), which marked the start of his successful career in film music. Over the years, Rahat has performed worldwide, including sold-out shows at Wembley Arena and Manchester Arena in 2012, entertaining more than 20,000 fans.
His hit song “Zaroori Tha” from the album Back 2 Love (2014) became the first original non-film track from South Asia to surpass one billion views on YouTube. Continuing his family’s musical legacy, Rahat’s son, Shahzaman Fateh Ali Khan, has also entered the world of Qawwali, earning praise for his striking vocal resemblance to Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan. Rahat frequently collaborates and tours with the Leo Twins from Nescafé Basement, captivating audiences worldwide with his soulful performances.
Top 10 Songs of Rahat Fateh Ali Khan
Sajda
Tere Bin
O Re Piya
Tum Jo Aaye
Zaroori Tha
Afreen Afree
Nit Khair Manga
Ajj Din Chadheya
Mere Rashke Qamar
Bol Na Halke Halke
Bollywood Movies Rahat Fateh Ali Khan Sang In
Paap (2003)
Om Shanti Om (2007)
Jannat 2 (2012)
Heroine (2012)
I Hate Luv Storys (2010)
Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai (2010)
Sultan (2016)
Blood Money (2012)
Mausam (2011)
Rocky Handsome (2016)
Kalyug (2005)
Omkara (2006)
Bhoomi (2017)
Raid (2018)
Baadshaho (2017)
