# Altaf Raja

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Indian singer

Altaf Raja Raja in 2019 Born (1967-10-15) 15 October 1967 (age 58) Nagpur, Maharashtra, India Occupation Playback Singer Years active 1991–present Parents Ibrahim Iqbal (father) Rani Roop lata (mother)

**Altaf Raja** (born 15 October 1967) is an Indian [Qawwali](/source/Qawwali) singer.[1][2] In 1997 Altaf gained recognition with his debut album *[Tum To Thehre Pardesi](/source/Tum_To_Thehre_Pardesi)*.[3] His most recent song is *Ae Sanam*.[4] He uses Urdu shayari in his songs.

## Early life

Born in Nagpur to professional Qawwals Mr Ibrahim Iqbal and Mrs Rani Rooplata ji, Altaf Raja began musical training at the age of 15.[*[citation needed](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citation_needed)*]

## Career

Raja's breakthrough came in 1997 with the album *Tum To Thehre Pardesi*,[1] which sold 20 million copies and earned a spot in the [Guinness World Records](/source/Guinness_World_Records).[5][6]

Raja has also acted in [Bollywood](/source/Bollywood) movies such as *[Shapath](/source/Shapath)* (1997),[*[citation needed](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wikipedia:Citation_needed)*] *[Yamraaj](/source/Yamraaj_(film))* (1998), *[Mother](/source/Mother_(1999_film))* (1999), and *[Ghanchakkar](/source/Ghanchakkar_(film))* (2013).

## Albums

Year Album Artist Music Director Label 1997 Tum To Thehre Pardesi[1] Altaf Raja Mohd. Shafi Niyazi Venus 1999 Mujhe Apna Bana Lo Altaf Raja Mohd. Shafi Niyazi Venus 1999 Aaj Ki Raat Na Ja Pardesi[7] Altaf Raja Mohd. Shafi Niyazi Venus 2000 Do Dil Haare Altaf Raja Altaf Raja, Vaishnav Deva Venus 2000 Dil Ke Tukde Hazaar Huye[7] Altaf Raja Altaf Raja, Vaishnav Deva Venus 2001 Sai Ka Deewana Altaf Raja, Farid Sabari Jaipuri, Ram Shankar Venus 2001 Dil Ka Haal Sune Dilwala[7] Altaf Raja Altaf Raja, Vaishnav Deva Venus 2001 Altaf and Adnan Ek Saath[8] Altaf Raja, Adnan Sami Altaf Raja, Adnan Sami, Vaishnav Deva Venus 2001 Taaza Hawa Lete Hain Altaf Raja Altaf Raja, Vaishnav Deva Venus 2002 Khilona Jaan Kar[9] Altaf Raja Venus 2003 Ek Dard Sabhi Ko Hota Hai[10] Altaf Raja Altaf Raja, Vaishnav Deva Venus 2003 Market[11] Altaf Raja Venus 2004 Dukaan[12] Altaf Raja Venus 2006 Tere Ishq Ne Maalamaal Kiya[13] Altaf Raja 2006 Harrjaiie[7] Altaf Raja 2007 Koi Patthar Se Na Mare Altaf Raja 2009 Chalo Maikhane Chalo Altaf Raja Venus 2012 Ashqon Ki Baraat Altaf Raja Altaf Raja Venus 2015 BumGola Altaf Raja, Raj Mittal Akashraj Zee Music Company 2020 Ae Sanam[14] Altaf Raja, Payal Dev Payal Dev Apni Dhun 2021 Saath Kya Nibhaoge[15] Altaf Raja, Tony Kakkar Tony Kakkar Desi Music Factory

## Movies as playback singer

1. Vickida No Varghodo (2022) - Gujarati movie

1. Tamasha (2015)

1. Dil Lagana - [Hunterrr](/source/Hunterrr) (2015)

1. Jholu Ram - [Ghanchakkar](/source/Ghanchakkar_(film)) (2013)

1. Madholal: Keep Walking (2010)

1. [Toonpur Ka Superhero](/source/Toonpur_Ka_Superhero) (2010)

1. Market (2003)[11]

1. Tumse Kitna - [Company](/source/Company_(2002_film)) (2002)

1. Aaapka Naam kya - [Benaam](/source/Benaam_(1999_film)) (1999)

1. Mother (1999)

1. [Pardesi Babu](/source/Pardesi_Babu) (1998)

1. Keemat: They Are Back (1998)

1. Hayo Rabba Pyar Ho Gaya - [Tirchhi Topiwale](/source/Tirchhi_Topiwale) (1998)

1. Harjai (2007)

1. Hum Hain Aise Chore - [Yamraaj](/source/Yamraaj_(film)) (1998)

1. Peelo Ishq Di Wisky - [Mard](/source/Mard_(1998_film)) (1998)

1. Karlo Pyar Karlo - [Chandaal](/source/Chandaal) (1998)

1. Ishq Aur Pyar Ka Maza Lijiye - [Shapath](/source/Shapath) (1997)

## Movies as composer

1. Dukaan: Pila House (2004)

1. Market (2003)[11]

## References

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-toi_comeback_1-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-toi_comeback_1-1) [***c***](#cite_ref-toi_comeback_1-2) ["Altaf makes a comeback"](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-interviews/Altaf-makes-a-comeback/articleshow/2500240.cms). *[The Times of India](/source/The_Times_of_India)*. 30 October 2007. [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20130330105502/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2007-10-30/news-interviews/27985162_1_music-album-nagpur-new-album) from the original on 30 March 2013. Retrieved 8 May 2012.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-2)** ["Altaf Raja and Kainaaz back with *Malaamal*"](https://web.archive.org/web/20070211113422/http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/hindi/article/26357.html). *IndiaGlitz*. 26 October 2006. Archived from [the original](http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/hindi/article/26357.html) on 11 February 2007. Retrieved 14 August 2011.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-3)** Pillai, Varsha (21 April 2006). ["Altaf Raja goes the hip-hop way"](https://web.archive.org/web/20120205193705/http://ibnlive.in.com/news/altaf_raja_goes_the_hiphop_way/8520-8.html). CNN-IBN. Archived from [the original](http://ibnlive.in.com/news/altaf_raja_goes_the_hiphop_way/8520-8.html) on 5 February 2012. Retrieved 15 August 2011.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-4)** ["Post his comeback song Ae Sanam with Payal Dev, Altaf Raja to release Kya Baat Hai"](https://www.indulgexpress.com/culture/music/2020/oct/21/post-his-comeback-song-ae-sanam-with-payal-dev-altaf-raja-to-release-kya-baat-hai-29040.html). *www.indulgexpress.com*. 21 October 2020.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-5)** ["Meet tailor-turned-singer who was listed in Guinness World Records with just 1 superhit song; later disappeared"](https://www.dnaindia.com/bollywood/report-meet-tailor-turned-singer-who-was-listed-in-guinness-world-records-with-just-1-superhit-song-later-disappeare-3081912/amp). *DNA India*. Retrieved 1 October 2025.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-6)** ["Altaf Raja: "Tum To Thahre Pardesi / Awara Hawa Ka Jhoka" Songs Became Superhit 28 Years Ago — Know Where the Singer Is Now"](https://hindi.news18.com/photogallery/entertainment/bollywood-altaf-raja-tum-to-thahre-pardesi-awara-hawa-ka-jhoka-hu-songs-became-super-hit-28-years-ago-guinness-book-of-world-record-know-where-is-singer-now-9526782.html). *News18 (Hindi)*. Retrieved 1 October 2025.

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-harjaiye_glitz_7-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-harjaiye_glitz_7-1) [***c***](#cite_ref-harjaiye_glitz_7-2) [***d***](#cite_ref-harjaiye_glitz_7-3) ["Altaf Raja back with Harjaiie"](https://web.archive.org/web/20060425215721/http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/hindi/article/21918.html). *IndiaGlitz.com*. Archived from [the original](http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/hindi/article/21918.html) on 25 April 2006. Retrieved 8 May 2012.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-altaf_adnan_8-0)** ["ALTAF AND ADNAN EK SAATH (Venus)"](http://www.tribuneindia.com/2001/20010914/art-trib.htm). *[The Tribune](/source/The_Tribune_(Chandigarh))*. 14 September 2001. Retrieved 8 May 2012.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-khilona_9-0)** ["Khilona Jaan Kar Altaf Raja Venus Rs. 38"](https://web.archive.org/web/20031019154114/http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/mp/2002/09/16/stories/2002091600480300.htm). *[The Hindu](/source/The_Hindu)*. 16 September 2002. Archived from [the original](http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/mp/2002/09/16/stories/2002091600480300.htm) on 19 October 2003. Retrieved 8 May 2012.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-ekdard_10-0)** ["Ek dard sabhi ko hota hai Altaf Raja Venus Rs. 38"](https://web.archive.org/web/20030704210623/http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/mp/2003/01/06/stories/2003010603510300.htm). *[The Hindu](/source/The_Hindu)*. 6 January 2003. Archived from [the original](http://www.hindu.com/thehindu/mp/2003/01/06/stories/2003010603510300.htm) on 4 July 2003. Retrieved 8 May 2012.

1. ^ [***a***](#cite_ref-market_hindu_11-0) [***b***](#cite_ref-market_hindu_11-1) [***c***](#cite_ref-market_hindu_11-2) ["Market Altaf Raja Venus Rs. 42"](https://web.archive.org/web/20031027173938/http://www.hindu.com/mp/2003/09/15/stories/2003091500790300.htm). *[The Hindu](/source/The_Hindu)*. 15 September 2003. Archived from [the original](http://www.hindu.com/mp/2003/09/15/stories/2003091500790300.htm) on 27 October 2003. Retrieved 8 May 2012.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-dukaan_12-0)** ["Dukaan Venus"](https://web.archive.org/web/20040801044939/http://www.hindu.com/mp/2004/05/10/stories/2004051000800300.htm). *[The Hindu](/source/The_Hindu)*. 10 May 2004. Archived from [the original](http://www.hindu.com/mp/2004/05/10/stories/2004051000800300.htm) on 1 August 2004. Retrieved 8 May 2012.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-maalamaal_glitz_13-0)** ["Altaf Raja and Kainaaz back with 'Malaamal'"](https://web.archive.org/web/20070211113422/http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/hindi/article/26357.html). *IndiaGlitz.com*. Archived from [the original](http://www.indiaglitz.com/channels/hindi/article/26357.html) on 11 February 2007. Retrieved 8 May 2012.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-14)** ["A good melodious song will always be a hit: Altaf Raja"](https://www.hindustantimes.com/music/a-good-melodious-song-will-always-be-a-hit-altaf-raja/story-nG0lyiGmh3325OXWihKbgL.html). *Hindustan Times*. 13 October 2020.

1. **[^](#cite_ref-15)** ["Check Out Latest Hindi Song Official Teaser - 'Saath Kya Nibhaoge' Sung By Tony Kakkar And Altaf Raja | Hindi Video Songs - Times of India"](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/videos/entertainment/music/hindi/check-out-latest-hindi-song-official-teaser-saath-kya-nibhaoge-sung-by-tony-kakkar-and-altaf-raja/videoshow/84968672.cms). *timesofindia.indiatimes.com*. Retrieved 4 August 2021.

## External links

- [Altaf Raja](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0997820/) at [IMDb](/source/IMDb_(identifier))

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