Daler Mehndi

Daler Singh (born 18 August 1967), better known as Daler Mehndi, is an Indian singer, songwriter, author, and record producer. He has helped to make Bhangra popular worldwide, as well as Indian pop music independent of Bollywood music. He is known for his dance songs, turban, and long flowing robes.

Daler Mehndi
Mehndi performing live in 2015
Background information
Birth nameDaler Singh
Born (1967-08-18) 18 August 1967
Patna, Bihar, India
Political partyBharatiya Janata
GenresBhangra
Indi-pop
Occupation(s)
  • Singer
  • songwriter
  • record producer
Years active1991–present
Labels
  • D Records
Websitewww.dalermehndi.com
Criminal information
Criminal statusReleased
Conviction(s)Human trafficking
Criminal penalty2 years in prison (suspended after 2 months)

In 2018, Mehndi was convicted of human trafficking and was sentenced to two years in prison. After serving around two months, his sentence was suspended and he was released.

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