Did you know singer Shashwat Singh is Permanent Roommates' actor Nidhi's brother?
Coming from Uttar Pradesh, the journey to Mumbai may seem impossible for many, but the Singh siblings had their parents' support. 'When the entire world was doubting her, giving her gyaan about getting a regular job, my father said, 'Do what you believe in.' Even though he came from an academic background, he had faith in our dreams. When I told him that I didn't want to pursue chartered accountancy but rather take up music, he said, 'Fine, this is the last investment I am making in you. Go enrol yourself in a good course'," he added.He then stated, "My parents have been amazing and supported our dreams. My father is no more, and I think it's all because of his blessings that we are here. As for my mother, she still comes for every single launch that happens. If I am performing in Mumbai, she'll be the first person there. I make sure I take her everywhere I go. They've always appreciated us a lot. We were both good at academics but also very artistic, and they understood that.'As he further discussed his childhood, Shashwat Singh revealed how he grew up inspired by Kishore Kumar. 'I was also a big fan of Rafi saab (Mohd Rafi). As a child, the emotions were conveyed to me a lot more through his voice. And then later on, I understood the maturity of Kishore Da's voice as I grew up. So definitely, those were the first few inspirations in my life. And then Sonu Nigam and KK - these rock stars from India were just amazing. There was also Shaan, and I loved Michael Jackson too,' he said.And while he's lent his voice to Ranbir Kapoor quite a few times, we wondered who else he'd like to sing playback for next. Singh replied, 'I want to play back for everyone. Of course, King Khan is someone I've not sung for yet. Whenever someone asks me this question, I always say 'Bas Shah Rukh Khan ke sath ek hit chahiye (I just need one hit with SRK)'.'- Ends
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