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| Birth name | Sathyaprakash Dharmar | ||||
| Born | 18 March 1990 Sholavandan, Tamil Nadu, India | ||||
| Genres | Playback singing, Carnatic music, Indian classical music, Independent music | ||||
| Occupation(s) | Singer, Music director, Independent musician | ||||
| Years active | 2008–present | ||||
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Sathyaprakash (born 18 March 1990) is an Indian playback singer and music director who has worked predominantly in Tamil, Telugu, and other Indian-language films. He is known for his versatility across genres—Carnatic, semi-classical, devotional, light, and fusion music—and rose to prominence as a directly selected finalist contestant and second runner-up on the reality television show Airtel Super Singer 3 (2010).[1][2]
Early life and education
[edit]Sathyaprakash was born on 18 March 1990 in Sholavandan, Madurai district, Tamil Nadu, to Dharmar and Pitchaiammal. He completed his schooling at Mani Higher Secondary School, Coimbatore, in 2007 and earned a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering.[3]
He began formal Carnatic music training at age eight under his grandfather, Thiru Ramaiah Pillai, and continued with Late Kannaiah Naidu and Smt. Selvakumari. He later studied under Pandanallur Dr. Chandrashekara Bhagavatar in Coimbatore[4]. In 2003, he won the first prize and the "Kalaprathibha award" at the Carnatic music competition held by the Kerala Cultural Centre. [5]
Career
[edit]Sathyaprakash first gained wide recognition as the second runner-up on Airtel Super Singer 3 in 2010.[6] His participation in in this widely popular talent show on Vijay TV was a pivotal moment in his career; he was the first contestant directly chosen for the Top 20 by the judges and later received the Best Performer of the Grand Finale award. As part of his journey with Airtel Super Singer 3, he learned voice culture from Ananth Vaidyanathan and studied under Augustin Paul, a senior western music teacher in Chennai.[5]
This exposure led to his playback singing debut in 2012 with "Po Nee Po" from the Tamil film 3, composed by Anirudh Ravichander.[7]
Since then, he has collaborated with eminent composers including A. R. Rahman, Ilaiyaraaja, D. Imman, Anirudh Ravichander, Vidyasagar, G. V. Prakash Kumar, Harris Jayaraj, M. Ghibran, Santhosh Narayanan, and Sean Roldan.[4]
During the COVID-19 lockdown, he ventured into independent music starting with the single "Chikku Maaney".[8]
Notable works
[edit]One of his most acclaimed performances is Aalaporaan Thamizhan from the 2017 film Mersal, composed by A. R. Rahman, which celebrates Tamil pride and heritage. Sathyaprakash is well known for tracks he has sung for the movies Mersal, Ponniyin Selvan 2, Vivegam and "24"[9]
Awards and recognition
[edit]- Edison Awards (2018): Best Male Playback Singer for "Aalaporaan Thamizhan" from Mersal.[10]
- Techofes Awards (2018): Best Male Playback Singer for "Aalaporaan Thamizhan". [10]
- Rotary Club of Metropolis, Coimbatore: Young Achiever award, October 2011.[11]
- Lions Club, Chennai: Title of "Voice of the World", September 2011.[11]
- Lions Club, Coimbatore: Youth Excellence Award, 2012–2013.[11]
Discography
[edit]Film songs (selected)
[edit]- "Po Nee Po" – 3 (2012 Indian film) (2012)[7]
- Aalaporaan Thamizhan – Mersal (2017)[10]
- Raasali – Achcham Yenbadhu Madamaiyada (2016)[12]
- Nallai Allai – Kaatru Veliyidai (2017)[13]
Full list of works
[edit]| Year | Song | Film/Album | Composer | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | Ammadi Un Azhagu | Seemakara Durai | D. Imman | Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |
| 2017 | Aalaporaan Thamizhan | Mersal | A. R. Rahman | With Kailash Kher, Pooja AV, Deepak |
| 2017 | Laali laali | Theeran Adhigaram Ondru | Ghibran | Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |
| 2017 | Nallai Allai | Kaatru Veliyidai | A. R. Rahman | Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |
| 2018 | Vizhiye Kalangathey | – | – | Solo release |
| 2018 | Onna Vitta Yaarum Enakille | Seemaraja | D. Imman | Duet with Shreya Goshal |
| 2018 | Uyir Uruvaatha | Iravukku Aayiram Kangal | Sam C. S. | Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |
| 2018 | Neeyum Naanum Anbe | Imaikkaa Nodigal | – | Duet with Chinmayi Sripaada, Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |
| 2018 | Ishq Kiya Toh | – | – | With Andrea Jeremiah |
| 2019 | Morattu Single | Single | Hiphop Tamizha | Think Music India |
| 2019 | Thimiru Kaattaadha Di | LKG | Leon James | Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |
| 2019 | Naan Pizhaippeno | Enai Nokki Payum Thotta | Darbuka Siva | Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |
| 2021 | Ulaa | – | – | Featuring Sathyaprakash |
| 2022 | Chola Chola | Ponniyin Selvan Part - 1 | A. R. Rahman | With V.M. Mahalingam, Nakul Abhyankar, Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |
| 2022 | Saath | Faadu – A Love Story | Santhosh Narayanan | With Amira Gill, Haricharan, Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |
| 2023 | Osarattum Pathu Thala | Pathu Thala | A. R. Rahman | With Deepthi Suresh, Sreekanth Hariharan |
| 2023 | Shivoham | Ponniyin Selvan Part - 2 | A. R. Rahman | Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |
| 2023 | Ee Rathri | Dominic And The Ladies Purse | Darbuka Siva | With Vijay Yesudas, ThirumaLi, Pavithra Chari |
| 2023 | Sevvandhi Poove | Karumegangal Kalaigindrana | – | – |
| 2024 | Elay Makka | Coke Studio Tamil Season 2 | – | With Andrea Jeremiah, Sanjay Subrahmanyan |
| 2024 | Arumbuma | – | – | With Deepthi Suresh, Vijay Ragavan, Kaushik Ganesan |
| 2024 | Paal Mazhai (Extended) | – | – | – |
| 2024 | Vaa En Kaadhale | Kimu Kipi | – | – |
| 2024 | Neeye Varamai | Pillaiyar Suzhi | – | – |
| 2024 | Kriyaa – Studio Jams | – | – | EP release |
| 2024 | Kaakaa | – | – | – |
| 2024 | Mannipaayo Nee | – | – | – |
| 2024 | Dharakaari | – | – | – |
| 2024 | Ilaveyil Ilaigalil | Maraikkayar – Arabikadalin Singam | – | – |
| 2024 | Nilavuku Sogama Male | Pasakara Paya | – | Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |
| 2024 | Kanulalo | FIR (Telugu) | – | – |
| 2024 | En Vaaniley | Ninaivugal Thodarkadhai | – | – |
| 2025 | Paal Mazhai | – | – | – |
| 2025 | Neeli | – | – | – |
| 2025 | Siva Siva Sankara | – | – | – |
| 2025 | Vel Muruga Vel | – | – | – |
| 2025 | Vadivelava | – | – | – |
| 2025 | Gaali Ooyalallo | Aghathiyaa | Yuvan Shankar Raja | – |
| 2025 | Saaya Mera | Aghathiyaa | – | – |
| 2025 | Inum Konjam Pakathula Varen | Keluthi | Selvanambi | With Sharmi, Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |
Notable Collaborations
[edit]- "Elay Makka"[14], Coke Studio Tamil Season 2 (2023) with Andrea Jeremiah and Sanjay Subrahmanyan[15]
Independent productions
[edit]Since 2020, Sathyaprakash also composes and produces independent singles and albums, under label 'SP Originals' on YouTube, as well as with his brand "Kriyaa", a contemporary fusion band that uniquely conceptualises Carnatic compositions by blending ideas from different genres of music.[16]
"Chikku Maaney" (2021)
[edit]Chikku Maaney, sung and composed by Sathyaprakash, was written by lyricist Ahamad Shyam. It combined playful gibberish with a poignant theme—depicting the life of a corporate employee stuck in a monotonous job while yearning to pursue his true passion. Inspired partly by Sathyaprakash’s own journey from engineering to music, the track encourages listeners to take risks in chasing their dreams.
Chikku Maaney is notable for its vibrant music video, directed by Ragavan, a longtime friend of the artist, and features Sathyaprakash in an acting role. The video incorporates CGI elements to enhance its dramatic and narrative appeal. This release marked a creative milestone in Sathyaprakash’s independent music career, which began during the COVID-19 lockdown. Leveraging his home studio setup, he transitioned from playback singing to producing original music across genres, often collaborating remotely with his band. [8]
"S. P. B. - A Tribute" (2020)
[edit]When S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, the legendary singer passed away during COVID-19, Sathyaprakash composed and arranged a collaboration with several reputed musicians such as K. S. Chithra, Shankar Mahadevan, Rajhesh Vaidhya from the music industry titled S.P.B, A tribute to the legend. The composition assembled blockbuster phrases and opening lines from various gems sung by the deceased legend, with each musician singing it as a tribute. According to Sathyaprakash's release notes, he considered that the only liberating thing that can save us from the irreplaceable loss of a musical legend is his music. [SP Balasubrahmanyam] made people around him happy and cheerful just like his music. Even his sad songs leave us with a smile. So it’s only suitable that we don’t mourn his loss with tears, but celebrate his music that embodies all he was. How could we bid farewell to him, when he continues to live through his music? Every song and word of his music connects to our soul at some point of our lives.[17]
International Shows and Performances
[edit]Collaborations
[edit]Sathyaprakash routinely features in music shows and performance collaborations with his colleagues in the music industry all over the world. Some notable appearances are "Sean Roldan Live - Featuring Sathyaprakash & Kalyani Nair" at Kalaa Utsavam 2023 at Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay in Singapore[18], FeTNA in Toronto [19] and Chitra Musical 40 live in the USA [20]
References
[edit]- ^ "Sathyaprakash Dharmar". wikipedia.nucleos.com. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ "Vijay TV's Airtel Super Singer 3 LIVE on September 23, 2011 at Chennai Trade Centre". livechennai.com. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ "Sathyaprakash Biography". filmcompanion.in. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ a b "Singer Sathyaprakash misses the peace that Coimbatore offers". Indulge by Indian Express. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ a b "Sathyaprakash Biography". bookmyshow.com. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ "Sathyaprakash Dharmar – Tamil Playback Singer". thehindu.com. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ a b "Sathyaprakash Dharmar – Tamil Playback Singer". nettv4u.com. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ a b "Want to break out of your zone? Get into indie music space: Sathyaprakash". The Times of India. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ "Sathya Prakash on IMDB". IMDB. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ a b c "Aalaporan Thamizhan clocks in 100M views".
- ^ a b c "Sathyaprakash – Awards and Achievements". reverbnation.com. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ "Deezer Artiste Page - Sathyaprakash". deezer.com. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ "Spotify Artiste Page - Sathyaprakash". spotify.com. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ "Interview with Sathyaprakash 'Coke Studio Tamil' Season 2". youtube.com. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ "'Coke Studio Tamil' Season 2 Brings Star Power with Vijay Sethupathi, Aditi Rao Hydari and More". rollingstoneindia.com. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ [www.youtube.com/@kriyaa243 "Kriyaa Band"]. youtube.com. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
{{cite web}}: Check|url=value (help) - ^ "S.P.B. - A Tribute". youtube.com. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ "Sean Roldan Live - Featuring Sathyaprakash & Kalyani Nair". esplanade.com. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ "26th Annual FeTNA 2013 in Toronto". behindwoods.com. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
- ^ "Chitra Musical 40 live in the USA". yollay.com. Retrieved 29 May 2025.
External links
[edit]- Discographies
Category:1990 births
Category:Indian male playback singers
Category:Living people
Category:Singers from Chennai
Category:Tamil playback singers
Category:Musicians from Coimbatore