Pamela Jain Biography: Age, Husband, Songs, Net Worth, Height, Albums, Awards

Pamela Jain, a versatile Indian playback singer, is known for her melodious contributions to Bollywood, regional cinema, and television, singing in multiple languages.

With a distinctive fusion of Indian classical, folk, and contemporary styles, she has lent her voice to iconic songs like “Kumkum” and collaborated with renowned music directors.

Profile

• Full Name: Pamela Jain
• Stage Name: Pamela Jain
• Born: January 1, 1970
• Age: 55 years old
• Birthplace: Kolkata, West Bengal, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Occupation: Playback Singer, Performer
• Height: 5 feet 5 inches (1.65 m)
• Parents: Kamelesh Basu, Shakuntala Basu
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Ashwin Jain
• Children: Unknown
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1 million to $5 million USD

Early Life and Education

Pamela Jain was born on January 1, 1970, in Kolkata, West Bengal, India, into a Bengali family. Her parents, Kamelesh Basu and Shakuntala Basu, encouraged her passion for music from a young age.

She is the granddaughter of the famous Bengali novelist Bimal Mitra, author of Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam. Raised in Bhilai, Chhattisgarh, she pursued her academic and music education there.

Pamela began singing at age seven, winning her first prize in a competition. She received professional training in Indian classical music under Pandit Bimalendu Mukherjee in Bhilai and Pandit Aaskan Sharma in Mumbai.

By 16, she was performing for the Raipur Radio Station. She is also a qualified chartered accountant and cost accountant, showcasing her academic versatility.

Career

Pamela Jain’s career began with her first film song for Na Tum Jaano Na Hum (2002), composed by Rajesh Roshan. She gained widespread fame with the title song for the TV serial Kumkum: Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan, which became a chartbuster.

She has sung for over 30 films, including Moksha (2001), Aap Mujhe Achche Lagne Lage (2002), Koi Mere Dil Se Poochhe (2002), Jaani Dushman (2002), Agnivarsha (2002), Calcutta Mail (2003), Dil Ne Jise Apna Kahaa (2004), Vivah (2006), Sirf (2008), Sarkar Raj (2008), Royal Utsav (2009), Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Sey (2010), and What’s Your Raashee? (2009), working with directors like Ashutosh Gowariker.

Her collaborations include music composers A.R. Rahman, Ravindra Jain, Nadeem-Shravan, Himesh Reshammiya, and Pritam. She has sung for actresses like Rani Mukherjee, Deepika Padukone, and Priyanka Chopra.

Pamela is also renowned for her Gujarati garba albums with Soor Mandir, such as Dhol, Taali, Ude Re Gulaal, and Utsav. Her popular songs include “O Jiji,” “Jai Gauri Maa,” “Dil Se Bandhi Ek Dor,” “Ek Duje Ke,” and “Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai.”

She won singing competitions like Meri Awaz Suno (1998) and Adaab Araz Hai (1999), establishing her professional foothold.

Awards and Nominations

• 2001: Tata Infomedia Award for Best Duet of the Year (Winner)
• 2004: Kala Shree Award by Punjabi Kala Sangam (Winner)
• 2009: Best Title Singer, Indian Telly Technical Awards for Kumkum (Winner)
• 2010: Best Duet Singer, BIG Punjabi Awards (Winner)

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @pamela_jain_official
• Facebook Handle: PamelaJain Official

Personal Life

Pamela Jain, a 55-year-old playback singer, is married to Ashwin Jain, who has been a supportive partner in her musical career. Details about her children, if any, are not publicly available.

She resides in Mumbai, the hub of her professional activities. Her hobbies include singing and exploring her Indian heritage, which she incorporates into her music.

As a Jain by religion, she maintains a low-profile personal life, focusing on her career and performances. There are no documented controversies or public disputes associated with her.

Pamela’s social media reflects her professional engagements, including studio recordings and collaborations, such as a recent song for an upcoming movie composed by Baidyanath Dash.

Discography (Selected Songs and Albums):

• “Kumkum” (Kumkum: Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan, TV Serial, 2002)
• “Haye Ram” (Na Tum Jaano Na Hum, 2002)
• “Kahan Pe Meri Jaan Jaoge” (Calcutta Mail, 2003)
• “O Jiji” with Shreya Ghoshal
• “Jai Gauri Maa”
• “Dil Se Bandhi Ek Dor”
• “Ek Duje Ke”
• “Pyar Mil Jaye Piya Ka”
• “Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai” (Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai, TV Serial)
• “Dheere Dheere Se”
• “Prem Ka Aisa Rang Chadha”
• “Mehndi Rachan Lagi”
• “Lili Lemdi Re Lilo” with Kirtidan Gadhvi
• “Mor Bani Thangat Kare” with Kirtidan Gadhvi
• “Nanhe Ba Umar” with Pawan Singh (Katta Tanal Dupatta Par)
• “Dil Leke” with Udit Narayan
• Dhol (Gujarati Garba Album)
• Taali (Gujarati Garba Album)
• Ude Re Gulaal (Gujarati Garba Album)
• Utsav (Gujarati Garba Album)
• Devotional Bhakti Songs Vol. (Album)

Filmography (Playback Singing):

• Moksha (2001)
• Na Tum Jaano Na Hum (2002)
• Aap Mujhe Achche Lagne Lage (2002)
• Koi Mere Dil Se Poochhe (2002)
• Jaani Dushman (2002)
• Agnivarsha (2002)
• Calcutta Mail (2003)
• Dil Ne Jise Apna Kahaa (2004)
• Vivah (2006)
• MLA Fatakeshto (2007)
• Sirf (2008)
• Haal-e-Dil (2008)
• Minister Fatakeshto (2008)
• Ek Vivah Aisa Bhi (2008)
• Sarkar Raj (2008)
• Royal Utsav (2009)
• What’s Your Raashee? (2009)
• Khelein Hum Jee Jaan Sey (2010)
• Unmaad (Year Unknown)

Net Worth

Pamela Jain’s estimated net worth is $1 million to $5 million USD. Her income stems from playback singing for over 30 Bollywood and regional films, television serials, and Gujarati garba albums.

Additional revenue comes from live performances and her social media presence, where she engages with fans and promotes her work.