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Alka Yagnik is a highly acclaimed Indian playback singer who predominantly worked in Hindi cinema from the 1980s to the mid-2000s. She is celebrated as one of the most prominent singers of the 1990s Bollywood era. With a career spanning decades, she has recorded numerous hit songs and received several awards, including National Film Awards and Filmfare Awards for Best Female Playback Singer.

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Career Timeline

1980C$0.1M

Early Career Beginnings

Starts her singing career in Bollywood.

1990B$1M+$0.9M

Bollywood Playback Success

Becomes a sought-after playback singer in Bollywood.

1995A$5M+$4M

Dominates Bollywood Music

Her voice becomes synonymous with many iconic songs of the 1990s.

2000A$8M+$3M

Continued Accolades

Receives numerous awards, solidifying her status.

2005A$10M+$2M

Continues Playback Singing

Continues to be a prominent voice in Bollywood music.

2015A$13M+$3M

Legacy Solidified

Her contributions to Bollywood are highly recognized.

2026A$15M+$2M

Continues as Playback Legend

Remains a highly respected and influential playback singer, a legend in Bollywood music.

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Last updated: February 24, 2026