About the artist
Akhil, full name Akhil Pasreja, is a Punjabi singer and lyricist from Punjab, India. He rose to prominence in 2016 with his breakout hit «Khaab», a song that became one of the defining tracks of modern Punjabi pop and established him as a major name in the industry. His music blends romantic, melodic songwriting with contemporary Punjabi pop production, favoring emotionally direct lyrics about love and longing over the more aggressive, bass-driven style associated with some of his peers.
Following the success of «Khaab», Akhil built a catalog centered on romantic ballads and feel-good pop tracks, including songs like «Zindagi», «Supne», and «Akh Lagdi», which further cemented his reputation for tender, hook-driven songwriting. He has collaborated with major players in the Indian music industry, including record labels such as T-Series and Times Music, which have distributed and promoted much of his catalog to wide audiences across India and the Punjabi diaspora.
Akhil's work sits at the crossroads of traditional Punjabi melodic sensibilities and modern pop production, and songs like «Duniyaa» (from the film Luka Chuppi) demonstrate his crossover appeal into Bollywood soundtracks. His steady output of accessible, romantic pop has made him one of the more consistently popular voices in contemporary Punjabi music.