Madhu Balakrishnan Biography: Songs, Albums, Net Worth, Age, Wife, Children, Instagram, Parents

Madhu Balakrishnan is an Indian playback singer renowned for his soulful renditions primarily in Malayalam cinema, with significant contributions in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Tulu films.

With a career spanning over three decades, he has sung more than 2,000 film songs and numerous devotional albums, earning prestigious accolades like the Kerala State Film Award and Tamil Nadu’s Kalaimamani title.

Known for his emotive voice and versatility across genres, Balakrishnan has become a beloved figure in South Indian music, performing globally and captivating audiences.

Profile

• Full Name: Madhu Balakrishnan
• Stage Name: Madhu Balakrishnan
• Born: 24, June 1974
• Age: 50 years old
• Birthplace: North Paravur, Ernakulam, Kerala, India
• Nationality: Indian
• Occupation: Playback Singer, and Musician
• Height: Unknown
• Parents: Balakrishnan, Leelavathy
• Siblings: Unknown
• Spouse: Divya Sreedhar (m. 2002)
• Children: Madhav Balakrishnan, Mahadev Balakrishnan
• Relationship: Married
• Net Worth: $1.5 million

Early Life and Education

Madhu Balakrishnan was born on June 24, 1974, in North Paravur, Ernakulam, Kerala, India, to Balakrishnan, who passed away in 1987, and Leelavathy, a trained musician and dancer who inspired his love for music. Information about his siblings is not publicly available.

Raised in Koratty near Chalakudy, Thrissur, he completed his schooling at Mar Augustine Memorial Higher Secondary School in Koratty.

After his pre-degree education, Madhu pursued formal music training at the Academy of Indian Music and Arts (AIMA) in Chennai, studying under a Ford Foundation scholarship with esteemed musicians like T.V. Gopalakrishnan and Vedavalli, grounding his career in Carnatic music. His ethnicity is Indian, and he is a devout Hindu, often reflected in his devotional recordings.

Career

Madhu Balakrishnan began his career as a performer with All India Radio and Doordarshan, honing his skills under mentors like Sree Devi and Chandramana Narayanan Namboothiri. His playback singing debut came in 1995 when Tamil composer Shaan discovered him during his training at AIMA, leading to early work in Tamil films.

His breakthrough arrived in 2002 with the song “Amme Amme” from the Malayalam film Vaalkannadi, composed by M. Jayachandran, which earned him the Kerala State Film Award for Best Playback Singer. This success propelled him into prominence, with subsequent hits like “Raveerayai Poove” from Rock and Roll and “Ramayanam Katha” from Pathaam Nilayile Theevandi, the latter securing a Kerala Film Critics Award.

Balakrishnan’s versatility shone in Tamil cinema, where he worked with maestro Ilaiyaraaja on songs like “Edhilum Ingu Iruppaan” for Bharathi (2000) and gained widespread acclaim for “Kanaa Kandeinadee Thozhi” from Parthiban Kanavu (2003) and the chart-topping duet “Konja Neram” with Asha Bhosle for Chandramukhi (2005), voicing for Rajnikanth.

His Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Playback Singer in 2006 and the Kalaimamani title in 2007 recognized his contributions. He also made significant inroads in Telugu cinema with hits like “Aakasam Thakela” from Simhadri and “Laali Laali” from Swathi Kiranam, and in Kannada with songs for Sumagali. His ability to adapt across languages, aided by friends at AIMA, enhanced his regional appeal.

Balakrishnan continues to thrive, performing at festivals like the Swaralaya Dance and Music Festival in Palakkad and Chembai Sangeethootsavam in Guruvayur, and judging reality shows like Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Keralam and Top Singer. His global performances span Canada, Australia, Europe, and the Gulf, where he received a UAE Golden Visa for artistic excellence.

Recent releases include songs for Animal (2023) and Randaam Yaamam (2025), and he made a cameo appearance in the Malayalam film Neeranjanam (2013). His devotional albums, including Greatest Verses of Bhagavad Gita (2012), and his 2017 Honorary Doctorate from the International Tamil University, USA, underscore his lasting impact on music and culture.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @madhubalakrishnanofficial
• Facebook Handle: Madhu Balakrishnan
• Twitter Handle: @MadhuBalakris

Personal Life

Madhu Balakrishnan married Divya Sreedhar, sister of Indian cricketer and actor S. Sreesanth, in 2002. The couple has two sons, Madhav, born in 2002, and Mahadev, born in 2009, and resides in Thrippunithura, Ernakulam, Kerala.

Known for his humility, Madhu enjoys spending time with family and listening to Western and Hindustani music, including ghazals. His devotion to Hinduism is evident in his extensive work on devotional songs across Hindu, Christian, and Muslim themes.

He maintains an active presence on social media, sharing updates about his performances and family life, and is admired for his grounded personality and commitment to mentoring young singers.

Discography

• “Amme Amme” – Vaalkannadi (2002)
• “Kanaa Kandeinadee Thozhi” – Parthiban Kanavu (2003)
• “Konja Neram” – Chandramukhi (2005)
• “Pichai Pathiram” – Naan Kadavul (2009)
• “Aakasam Thakela” – Simhadri (Telugu, 2003)
• “Laali Laali” – Swathi Kiranam (Telugu)
• “Raveerayai Poove” – Rock and Roll (Malayalam)
• Greatest Verses of Bhagavad Gita (Album, 2012)

Net Worth

Madhu Balakrishnan has an estimated net worth of $1.5 million, primarily earned through his prolific career as a playback singer across Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Tulu films, with over 2,000 songs to his credit. His income is bolstered by performances at international concerts, devotional albums, and appearances as a judge on television shows like Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Keralam and Top Singer.