Kanika Kapoor Biography: Ex-Husbands, Children, Siblings, Parents, Age, Height, Net Worth, Songs, Nationality

Kanika Kapoor is an Indian playback singer known for her energetic, Punjabi-flavored Bollywood party songs.

She rose to fame with the hit “Baby Doll” from Ragini MMS 2 (2014), which earned her the Filmfare Award for Best Female Playback Singer, followed by popular tracks like “Chittiyaan Kalaiyaan,” “Lovely,” “Nachan Farrate,” and “Desi Look.”

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Kanika Kapoor
• Born: August 21, 1978
• Age: 47 years old
• Birthplace: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Ethnicity: Punjabi Khatri
• Occupation: Playback singer
• Height: 1.65 m
• Religion: Hinduism
• Parents: Rajeev Kapoor and Poonam Kapoor
• Siblings: Sasha
• Spouse: Gautam Hathiramani (m. 2022); Raj Chandok (m. 1999–2012)
• Children: Aayana Chandok, Samara Chandok, Yuvraaj Chandok
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $7–$10 million USD

Early Life and Education

Kanika Kapoor was born on August 21, 1978 in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, India. Her parents are Rajeev Kapoor, a businessman, and Poonam Kapoor, a boutique owner. She has an elder brother named Sasha.

She studied at Loreto Convent, Lucknow, and earned a BA followed by a Masters in Music from Bhatkhande Music Institute in Lucknow, where she trained in classical music from a young age.

Her ethnicity is Punjabi Khatri and her religion is Hinduism.

Career

Kanika Kapoor began her musical journey with classical training and early work with All India Radio. After living in London for several years, she relocated to Mumbai in 2012 to pursue a singing career. She first gained attention with the independent track “Jugni Ji” (Alif Allah Jugni).

Her Bollywood breakthrough came in 2014 with the massively popular “Baby Doll” in Ragini MMS 2, which topped charts and won her critical acclaim. She followed it with successful songs such as “Lovely” and “Kamlee” (Happy New Year), “Chittiyaan Kalaiyaan” (Roy), “Desi Look” (Ek Paheli Leela), “Nachan Farrate” (All Is Well), and tracks in Dilwale, Udta Punjab, A Flying Jatt, and others.

Known for her vibrant stage presence, she continues to release music, perform live, and contribute to films while maintaining a presence in the entertainment industry.

Awards and Nominations

• Filmfare Award for Best Female Playback Singer – “Baby Doll” (Ragini MMS 2, 2015)

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @kanik4kapoor
• Facebook Handle: Kanika Kapoor
• YouTube Channel: Kanika Kapoor

Personal Life

Kanika Kapoor, aged 47 and standing at 1.65 m, is an Indian playback singer who has successfully balanced her personal and professional life over the years. She has been married to NRI businessman Gautam Hathiramani since 2022.

Prior to this, she was married to Dr. Raj Chandok from 1999 to 2012, and together they have three children — her daughters Aayana and Samara, and her son Yuvraaj.

Alongside her thriving music career, she continues to prioritize her family, maintaining a steady balance between her work in the entertainment industry and her responsibilities at home.

Net Worth

Kanika Kapoor has an estimated net worth of between $7 million and $10 million USD.

Her main sources of income include playback singing royalties from Bollywood films, live performances, independent music releases, stage shows, and brand endorsements.

Discography

• “Baby Doll” – Ragini MMS 2 (2014)
• “Lovely” & “Kamlee” – Happy New Year (2014)
• “Chittiyaan Kalaiyaan” – Roy (2015)
• “Desi Look” – Ek Paheli Leela (2015)
• “Nachan Farrate” – All Is Well (2015)
• “Da Da Dasse” – Udta Punjab (2016)
• “Luv Letter” – The Legend of Michael Mishra (2016)
• “Beat Pe Booty” – A Flying Jatt (2016)