Table of Biography
Anup Jalota is an Indian media personality. Anup Jalota is a singer, musician, and actor popular for his devotional music and bhajans. Likewise, he is popular as the ‘Bhajan Samraat’ (Emperor of Bhajans). Similarly, he also became famous for his appearance on the reality show Bigboss.
Early Childhood
Anup Jalota was born on July 29, 1953, and is currently 70 years old. Being born in late July, his zodiac sign is Leo. Likewise, he was born in Nainital, Uttarakhand, India, and holds Indian citizenship. Similarly, talking about his ethnicity and religion, he belongs to the Punjabi ethnic group and is a Hindu by religion. Likewise, about his family and early childhood, he was born to Purshottam Das Jalota but the name of his mother is not available.
His father was also a prominent Bhajan singer. Likewise, he has four siblings, two brothers, and two sisters. He has two sisters Anjali Dhir and Anita Mehra. Similarly, he has two younger brothers named Anil Jalota and Ajay Jalota. Similarly, talking about his childhood, he spent his early childhood in Savarkunda, Gujarat. Furthermore, talking about his educational background, he went to Bhatkhande Music Institute in Lucknow, India.
Caption: Young Anup performing on the stage. Source: Instagram
Professional Life
Talking about his professional life, Anup Jalota started his musical career as a chorus singer on ‘All India Radio’. Likewise, he has also played many musical instruments before. He has played santoor, dholak, sarod, sarangi, violinist, sitar, table, and guitar. Similarly, his popular bhajans include, ‘Main Nahi Makhan Khayo’, ‘Aisi Lagi Lagan’, ‘Rang De Chunariya’, ‘Jag Me Sundar Hai Do Naam’, and ‘Chadariya join re jhini’.
Caption: Anup receiving Padma Shri Award from former President of India Pratibha Patil. Source: Instagram
Furthermore, he also became the presenter of ‘Dharam Aur Hum’ which was telecast on Star Plus from the year 2002 to 2005. Similarly, while in Mumbai, he met Jagadguru Shree Kripaluji Maharaj and released several CDs of his compositions. Likewise, he also records another title song ‘Golden Memorable yaadein’ for ‘Noorani Chehra which commemorates the Golden Jubilee of the Aga Khan. Moreover, he became popular after entering Bigg Boss in the 12th season on the year 16th of September 2018.
Caption: Anup receiving the prestigious Legend Dadasaheb Phalke Award. Source: Instagram
Anup Jalota – Net Worth 2024
Talking about her net worth and earnings, Anup Jalota is a media personality. Likewise, professionally, he is a singer, musician, and actor by profession. Similarly, he has a net worth of around 80 crores of Indian Rs.
Relationship status
Regarding his relationship status, Anup Jalota is straight and single. Previously, he has been in a relationship with Bigg Boss 12 contestant Jasleen Matharu who is 37 years younger than him. However, after eviction from the house, they are just in a relationship of a teacher and student. Moreover, he has been in a marital relationship twice before. His first marriage was with Sonali Sheth who is a Gujarati and also a music student.
However, after the divorce, his second wedding was an arranged one. He tied the knot to Bina Bhatia but again parted ways. Likewise, followed by this, his last marriage was with Medha Gujral, the niece of former Indian Prime Minister I.K. Gujral. They both have one son together whose name is Aryaman. He was born in the year 1996. Unfortunately, Medha died due to renal failure on the year 2014.
Body Measurements
This singer stands 5 feet 4 inches (64 inches) tall and weighs around 80kg (176 lbs). He has a healthy body type with a body measurement of 44-38-34 inches. Likewise, looking at his physical appearance, he has a dark skin type with brown hair and dark brown eyes.
Caption: Anup Jalota posing for a picture. Source: Instagram
Anup Jalota – Social Media
Reflecting upon his social media presence, Anup Jalota is active on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Likewise, his Facebook account is @bhajanmaestro and has 304k followers. Similarly, he joined Twitter in February 2010 and has 34.7k followers on his @anupjalota account.