About the artist
Karthik, born Karthik Rajaram, is an Indian playback singer who has become one of the most recognisable voices in Tamil cinema, also lending his voice to Telugu, Hindi and Kannada films. He rose to prominence through collaborations with leading South Indian composers, becoming a go-to voice for romantic and melodic film songs across the 2000s and 2010s. His smooth, emotive tenor and effortless command of melisma made him a favourite of directors and music directors seeking a warm, contemporary sound for love songs and youthful romantic numbers.
Among his best-known recordings are «Dil Se» and «Ale Ale» from Telugu cinema, along with hits like «Oru Naalaikkul», «Nee Jathaga» and «Adigaa», which showcase his range across South Indian film industries. He has worked extensively with major composers of the Kollywood and Tollywood scenes, and his songs frequently topped regional charts and remained staples of film soundtrack albums.
Beyond playback singing, Karthik has occasionally ventured into acting and television, but his core legacy remains rooted in his contribution to South Indian film music, where his voice helped define the romantic sound of an era of Tamil and Telugu cinema.