Maahi (singer)

Maahi
Born
Shubh Mukherjee

OccupationsSinger, songwriter
Years active2024–present
RelativesSoham Mukherji (elder broher)
Sagarika (aunt)
Musical career
GenresPop
LabelSaregama

Maahi Mukherji, known professionally as Maahi is an Indian singer, songwriter, and performer who works primarily in Hindi music.[1][2][3] He made his Bollywood playback debut in 2025 with the song "Tera Kya Karoon" from the film Nadaaniyan.[4] Before entering film music, he released several independent singles and his debut extended play (EP) Talab (2025).[5] In 2025, he was also featured on a digital billboard at Times Square, New York.[6] He was named Amazon Music’s Breakthrough Artist of 2025.[7][8]

Early life and background

Maahi was born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, to singer Shaan and Radhika Mukherjee.[9] Raised in a musically active household, he was exposed to playback singing and live performances from a young age.[4] His elder brother, Soham Mukherjee, is a musician and music producer.[10] The brothers have performed with their father at various events in India and abroad.[11]

Career

Independent music

Maahi began his independent music career in 2024 with his debut single "Sorry", released under Saregama Music.[12] He followed it with the singles "Jaadugari", "Tere Saath", and "Meri Kya Khata", blending Hindi pop with acoustic and soul elements.[13] His early work has been noted for its emphasis on lyrical depth and emotional themes. In 2025, he released "Dil Behkaaye" and "Jaan Se Zyada", the latter featuring his parents in the music video.[14][15] In October 2025, he released his debut EP Talab, consisting of the tracks "Talab", "Vaari Vaari", "Raahein", and "Dildari".[5] The EP explored themes such as love, longing, and introspection.[16]

Bollywood playback singing

Maahi made his Bollywood playback debut in 2025 with the song "Tera Kya Karoon" from the film Nadaaniyan.[17] The track was composed by Sachin–Jigar with lyrics by Amitabh Bhattacharya.[17]

Live performances and visibility

In May 2024, Maahi performed with Shaan and Soham at the Bharat Parv cultural showcase during the Cannes Film Festival in France.[18] In June 2025, he appeared on a digital billboard at Times Square, marking a milestone in his growing visibility.[6]

Discography

Extended plays

Year Title Notes/Ref(s)
2025 Talab Debut EP featuring the tracks "Talab", "Vaari Vaari", "Raahein", and "Dildari"[19]

Singles

Year Title
2024 "Sorry"
"Jaadugari"
"Tere Saath"
"Meri Kya Khata"
2025 "Dil Behkaaye"
"Jaan Se Zyada"
2026 "Arzoo"

Film songs

Year Film Song Composer(s)
2025 Nadaaniyan "Tera Kya Karoon" Sachin–Jigar

Music Video

Year Song(s) Album(s) Singer(s) Music Composer Lyrics Co-actor(s) Note
2006 "Tishnagi" Tishnagi Shaan Ranjit Barot Shaan His first on-screen appearances when he was 8 months old.

References

  1. ^ Hirwani, Peony. "Maahi – Future of Music 2025". Rolling Stone India. Retrieved 2025-11-25.
  2. ^ Sehgal, Chirag. "Is Maahi, Son Of Singer Shaan, Stepping Into Acting Full-Time? Here's What We Know". News 18. Retrieved 25 November 2025.
  3. ^ Panchal, Komal (2025-06-23). "Singer Maahi reveals what two things his father Shaan taught him about music". Mid-day. Retrieved 2025-11-25.
  4. ^ a b "How Shaan guides son Maahi as the 19-year-old takes baby steps into playback singing". Archived from the original on 2025-03-20. Retrieved 2025-11-25.
  5. ^ a b Tagat, Anurag (2025-10-14). "Maahi's Latest EP 'Talab' Comes With Its Own Micro-Drama Series". Rolling Stone India. Retrieved 2025-11-25.
  6. ^ a b Hungama, Bollywood (2025-06-07). "Maahi shines bright on Times Square billboard: "A celebration of everyone who believed" : Bollywood News – Bollywood Hungama". Retrieved 2025-11-25.
  7. ^ "Instagram". www.instagram.com. Retrieved 2025-11-25.
  8. ^ "Artists to Watch 2024 Playlist on Prime Music". music.amazon.in. Archived from the original on 2024-08-11. Retrieved 2025-11-25.
  9. ^ "Shaan's Son Maahi Opens Up On His Father's Legacy: 'There Is Pressure' | Exclusive". News18. Archived from the original on 2025-07-03. Retrieved 2025-11-25.
  10. ^ "(Exclusive) Shaan: I'm excited about my son's performance at Cannes". The Times of India. 2024-05-17. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2025-11-25.
  11. ^ Mary, S. B. Vijaya (2024-06-21). "Singer Shaan and sons -Soham and Maahi - make waves at Cannes". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2025-11-25.
  12. ^ Filmibeat, Team (2024-02-05). "Saregama Launches The 18-Year-Old Musical Prodigy, Maahi, And His Captivating First Single 'Sorry'". www.filmibeat.com. Retrieved 2025-11-25.
  13. ^ Tagat, Anurag (2024-10-22). "Maahi on Talks New Pop Songs 'Tere Saath' and 'Meri Kya Khata'". Rolling Stone India. Retrieved 2025-11-25.
  14. ^ "After His Playback Debut with 'Tera Kya Karoon' in Netflix's 'Naadaniyan', Maahi Teams Up with Paradox for 'Dil Behkaaye'". Firstpost. 2025-03-09. Archived from the original on 2025-03-18. Retrieved 2025-11-25.
  15. ^ Hungama, Bollywood (2025-06-27). "EXCLUSIVE: Maahi on playing his father Shaan's younger version in the video of his song 'Jaan Se Zyada': "I will keep watching it throughout my life" : Bollywood News – Bollywood Hungama". Retrieved 2025-11-25.
  16. ^ Poddar, Atreyee (2025-10-15). "Shaan's son Maahi drops debut EP Talab on love and longing". Indulgexpress. Retrieved 2025-11-25.
  17. ^ a b "Shaan's Son Makes His Singing Debut With This Nadaaniyan Song – News18". News18. Archived from the original on 2025-04-05. Retrieved 2025-11-25.
  18. ^ "Shaan says his son Maahi's performance at Cannes 2024 'left the audience spellbound'". Hindustan Times. 2024-05-18. Retrieved 2025-11-25.
  19. ^ Poddar, Atreyee (2025-10-15). "Shaan's son Maahi drops debut EP Talab on love and longing". Indul Express. Retrieved 2026-02-14.

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