Sohini Mishra is an Indian playback singer from Cuttack, Odisha, who rose to fame as a top-six finalist on Indian Idol 6 in 2012.
Background & Education
• Hometown: Cuttack, Odisha; currently based in Mumbai, India.
• Musical Roots: Born in 1991 into a musical family where both her parents are approved artistes of All India Radio (AIR), Cuttack.
• Training: Trained in Hindustani classical vocal music under Pandit Devendra Narayan Satapathy and recognized as a B High Grade approved artiste of AIR, Cuttack.
• Academic Qualification: Holds an MS in Biotechnology from Ravenshaw University, Cuttack.
Career & Music
• Languages: Records and performs songs in Odia, Hindi, and Bengali.
• Industry Presence: A prominent name in the Odia film and music industry, having lent her voice to numerous regional films, modern albums, and devotional tracks like Madhurashtakam, Hanuman Chalisa, and originals like Naach Naach Bajei Gini.
• Live Performances: Performs extensively on stage at concerts and cultural events across India and internationally.
Awards & Recognition
• Big FM Best Singer Award
• Tarang Cine Best Playback Singer Award
• Governor's Award
• Chief Minister's Award