Jaani Biography: Wife, Age, Songs, Net Worth, Height, Parents, Albums, Movies

Jaani is a celebrated Indian lyricist, music composer, and singer who has transformed the Punjabi and Hindi music industries with his soulful and relatable songs.

Renowned for hits like Soch, Pachtaoge, and Filhall, his heartfelt lyrics and emotive compositions have earned him a massive following.

His journey from a small-town poet to one of India’s highest-paid lyricists reflects his passion and creative genius.

Profile

• Full Name: Rajiv Kumar Arora
• Stage Name: Jaani
• Born: May 25, 1989
• Age: 36 years old
• Birthplace: Gidderbaha, Muktsar, Punjab, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Occupation: Indian Lyricist, Music Composer, Singer, Actor
• Height: 5 feet 8
• Parents: Mr. and Mrs. Arora
• Siblings: One sister
• Spouse: Neha Chauhan Arora
• Children: One son (born May 2, 2022)
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1 million to $5 million

Early Life and Education

Lyricist Jaani was born Rajiv Kumar Arora on May 25, 1989, in Gidderbaha, a small town in Muktsar, Punjab, India. Raised by his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Arora, alongside his sister, Jaani grew up in a non-musical family, yet his love for poetry and music emerged early.

His grandmother affectionately called him “Jaani,” a nickname he later adopted as his stage name. As a child, he was mischievous, once bunking school to watch Shaktimaan, earning a three-day punishment.

Jaani completed his schooling at SSD Memorial School in Gidderbaha and later pursued a diploma in hotel management at Rayat Bahra University, Mohali. During college, he wrote poetry to impress peers, never imagining it would lead to a career in music.

His ethnicity is Punjabi, and his religion is Hinduism. Initially planning to study abroad in Australia after passing his IELTS exam, Jaani’s path changed when his talent for songwriting was discovered.

Career

Jaani’s career began in 2012 with the religious Punjabi song Sant Sipahi, but he rose to fame in 2013 with Soch, sung by Harrdy Sandhu and composed by B Praak.

Inspired by a friend’s real-life story, Soch became a massive hit, with over 300 million YouTube views, marking the start of Jaani’s iconic collaboration with B Praak, Harrdy Sandhu, and director Arvindr Khaira.

Their teamwork produced chart-toppers like Joker (2014), Backbone (2016), Horn Blow (2016), Naah (2017), and Kya Baat Ay (2018).

Jaani’s lyrics, known for their emotional depth, also featured in songs like Taara (Ammy Virk), Ik Saal (Jassie Gill), and Jaani Tera Naa (Sunanda Sharma), the first song named after a lyricist.

Venturing into Bollywood, Jaani wrote and composed hits like Pachtaoge (Arijit Singh, 2019), Filhall (B Praak, 2019), and Filhaal2 Mohabbat (2021), each crossing hundreds of millions of views.

His 2015 album Shayar, with B Praak, included beloved tracks like Naa Ji Naa. In 2019, Jaani debuted as a singer with Jaani Ve Jaani and as an actor in the music video Jinke Liye (2020) alongside Neha Kakkar.

His music label, Desi Melodies, has become a hub for Punjabi hits, collaborating with artists like Diljit Dosanjh, Gippy Grewal, and Sukhe. Jaani’s unique process of finalizing lyrics during recording sessions adds spontaneity to his work, drawing inspiration from Gulzar and personal experiences.

His contributions to films like Qismat (2018) and Mr and Mrs Mahi (2024) further showcase his versatility.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @jaani777
• Facebook Handle: Jaani Official

Personal Life

Lyricist Jaani, leads a grounded life despite his fame. He married his longtime girlfriend, interior designer Neha Chauhan Arora, on November 25, 2008, at age 19.

The couple welcomed a son on May 2, 2022, a milestone Jaani shared joyfully with fans. Based in Punjab, Jaani enjoys reading literature, listening to music, and traveling to hill stations.

His favorite actors are Akshay Kumar and Parineeti Chopra, and he admires singers A.R. Rahman, Arijit Singh, and Neha Kakkar.

A car accident in 2022, where his vehicle flipped thrice, left him with minor injuries but deepened his gratitude for life. Jaani’s lyrics often draw from love and heartbreak, though he clarifies not all reflect his personal experiences.

His hobbies include writing shayari, and he dreams of penning a song for Salman Khan. Jaani’s warm, relatable persona shines through his active Instagram presence, where he engages 1.9 million followers with song teasers and personal moments.

Filmography (Lyricist/Composer):

• Qismat (2018) – Songs including Qismat
• Mr and Mrs Mahi (2024) – Song Naah Goriye
• Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 (2024) – Song Ami Je Tomar

Discography

• Sant Sipahi (2012) – Lyricist
• Soch (2013, Harrdy Sandhu) – Lyricist
• Joker (2014, Harrdy Sandhu) – Lyricist
• Taara (2015, Ammy Virk) – Lyricist
• Ik Saal (2015, Jassie Gill) – Lyricist
• Naa Ji Naa (2015, Harrdy Sandhu) – Lyricist
• Backbone (2016, Harrdy Sandhu) – Lyricist
• Horn Blow (2016, Harrdy Sandhu) – Lyricist
• Jaani Tera Naa (2017, Sunanda Sharma) – Lyricist
• Naah (2017, Harrdy Sandhu) – Lyricist
• Kya Baat Ay (2018, Harrdy Sandhu) – Lyricist
• Pachtaoge (2019, Arijit Singh) – Lyricist/Composer
• Filhall (2019, B Praak) – Lyricist/Composer
• Jaani Ve Jaani (2019) – Singer/Lyricist
• Jinke Liye (2020, with Neha Kakkar) – Lyricist/Actor
• Titliaan (2020, Afsana Khan) – Lyricist
• Baarish Ki Jaaye (2021, B Praak) – Lyricist/Composer
• Filhaal2 Mohabbat (2021, B Praak) – Lyricist/Composer
• Album: Shayar (2015, with B Praak)

Net Worth

Lyricist Jaani’s net worth is estimated to be between $1 million and $5 million. His income stems from songwriting, music composition, and singing, with fees reportedly ranging from Rs. 8–10 lakh per song.

Additional earnings come from his music label Desi Melodies, live performances, and film projects.