Saturday, December 15, 2007

Career

His first solo album, Aapka Abhijeet Sawant, was released on April 7, 2005. The album contains songs sung by Abhijeet, Amit Sana and Prajakta Shukre. His second album, Junoon was released on 10th July, 2007 and proved to be a major success. The title song can be found here.

His first major concert after winning Indian Idol was the Yaaron Concert in Delhi. The show was broadcast on television on 17 July 2005. He was accompanied by the 11 Gala Round finalists of the TV show.

He has been touring India and abroad doing many shows and being a big part of many others eg. Asian Lifestyle Show, UK

Likes and Dislikes

Favorites

  • Colour : Blue
  • Number : 7
  • Animal : Dog
  • Sport to play: Cricket
  • Sport to watch : Cricket
  • Celebrity?: Shahrukh Khan
  • Cartoon character : Tom
  • Sound: Sound coming from strings (guitar).

Preference

  • Pen or pencil: Pencil
  • Day or night : Day
  • Dogs or cats: Dog
  • TV or radio : TV
  • Brains or beauty : Brains
  • Tea or coffee : Tea
  • Scary or romantic movie : Romantic
  • Half full or half empty: Half full
  • Happy and poor or sad and rich: Happy and poor
  • Flowers or chocolates: Chocolates

About the opposite sex

  • What physical features attracts you the most : Eyes
  • Can you describe your ideal partner : She must be a simple girl, caring, loving, and understanding

About Asian Idol

  • How are the fans reacting to you these days?: I won the crown of Indian Idol 2 years ago but my fans react to me as if I won the crown yesterday
  • Do you watch American Idol regularly?: No
  • What did you do before you became and Idol? : Studying software programming
  • In your opinion, what�s the main characteristic of your voice? : My voice has got an emotional touch
  • Does your life change after you became an Idol? : Life has changed by all means, work load has increased and responsibilities too

Question And Answer

Q & A

  • Obsession? - Video games
  • The most embarassing moment? - When I had to face the camera for the first time
  • Bad habits? -I sleep a lot
  • If you were granted 3 wishes, what would they be? - Make me the most successful singer, I want my parents to be always happy, that�s it
  • What makes you happy? - Company of friends
  • Ever been in love? - Yes
  • What really irritates you? -Lies
  • Believe in after-life? - Yes
  • Future plans? - To become a successful singer
  • Do you have any regrets in life? - No
  • Three words that describe you best? -Simple, shy, hard working
  • What do you like to do with your friends? - I like to watch movies with friends
  • Do you hang out at the mall? -Not really
  • Are you single at moment? -No
  • Favorite movie? - Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge starring Shahruk Khan and Kajol
  • What do you usually do on weekends? -Usually I prefer to go out somewhere with my close friends
  • What do you remember from your childhood? - In my childhood, we all cousins used to stay together. Those were the golden moments of my life
  • Farthest place you ever traveled? - London
  • How long does it takes for you to finish a bath? - Around 30 minutes
  • How much time do you need to sleep everyday? - 9-10 hours
  • Favorite TV show? - I like all reality shows
  • What do you do when you get nervous? -I just sit alone in my room for some time & I just close my eyes & remember the best things I have ever done
  • On a scale of 1 to 10, how fun is shopping to you? - 8
  • How long does it usually took to apply your make up? -1 hour
  • On a scale of 1 to 10, how fun is shopping for you? -9
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Abhijeet Sawant

Abhijeet Sawant Born on October 7, 1981, Abhijeet Sawant was the winner of India's first Indian Idol. The song he sang on the final episode, Mohabbatein Lutaunga, also became his most famous one. His first solo album, Aapka Abhijeet Sawant, was released on April 7, 2005. After that, he was also used to promote shows and products related to Sony, and eventually released an album for another Sony show, Jassi Jaissi Koi Nahin in June 2005.

His comeback album, Junoon, was released on 10th of July, 2007. His first grand concert after winning Indian Idol is Yaaron Concert in Delhi. His comment about life after Idol is I dont have much time to visit my family anymore, because there's always a crowd around. But I never complained because its part of a sacrifice to follow my dreams.

Personal Information

  • Full name : Abhijeet Shridhar Sawant 
  • Nickname : Abhijeet
  • Address : Mumbai
  • Age : 27
  • Hair color : Black
  • Eye color : Almost black
  • Shoe size : 9
  • Date of birth : 7/10
  • Star sign : Libra

Tuesday, November 27, 2007

Opinions about Abhijeet Sawant

Manisha Sawant (mother of Abhijeet Sawant ) : Sometimes I feel, I am dreaming that my son has become famous overnight! Since childhood, Abhijeet was our favourite during Antakshari. Now, he has become India's favourite! Girls, grandfathers, middle-aged men... they all want to meet Abhijeet and want him to win. Wherever I go, I am known as Abhijeet's mom.

Tarun Katial: (Executive Vice President and Business Head of Sony Entertainment Television) Indian Idol' fans had absolutely loved the 10 finalists' first music album and we are sure that Abhijeet's individual music album too will make waves across the nation. The very people who have supported and voted for Abhijeet as their 'Indian Idol' will now get to hear his first ever album with original compositions. This album marks the beginning of Abhijeet's journey on the path of ultimate fame and fortunes that the nation has chosen for him.

Shridhar Subramaniam: (Managing Director, Sony BMG Music) The first 'Indian Idol' album immortalized the voices and talent of the 10 finalists so much so that the most popular rendition of Yaad Ayenge Ye Pal has made it to the top of the charts 8 weeks in a row! Fans can now hardly wait for the release of Abhijeet's album, which is sure to rock the nation.

Friday, November 2, 2007

Abhijeet Sawant Shows

Mtv - Show

Those who thought that the journey for the finalists ended with the conclusion of Indian idol, here is some great news.

On 20th May 2005, MTV hosted an exclusive music session with Indian Idol Abhijeet Sawant along with Prajakta Shukre, Amit Sana and Rahul Vaidya. This show was organised as part of their show MTV Sessions. All four singers belted a series of hit numbers.

Abhijeet Sawant did the first song 'Mohabbatein Lutaunga'. Prajakta Shukre, Amit Sana and Rahul Vaidya gave a heart-warming performance with the haunting Pal and Ek Jahan.

Some other popular songs like Yaaron Chalo, Lafzon Mein, Jaana Zindagi Hai, Tauba Tauba, Woh Lamhe, Kal Ho Na Ho and Dum Maaro Dum are also there.

Pune - Show

On 26th May 2005, Abhijeet Sawant performed in Pune at the Ganesh Kala Krida Rangmanch.
On that show Abhijeet Sawant spoke in Marathi with the audience and it was music; pulsating, rocking and happening all the way. He started with the song Mohabbatein lootaonga
He was performing other hits like Channa Ve Ghar Aaja Re, Har Ghadi Badal Rahi Hai and Pal. And he just proved why he crowned the Indian Idol.

Speaking about life after Indian Idol, Sawant said, "I cannot visit my home very often as a huge crowd always gathers around me. I am staying at my uncle's place presently, but I am not complaining. Sacrifices are an integral part of life if you want fame and money."

New Delhi - Show

Abhijeet Sawant won the crown of Indian idol.and became the country's first "Indian Idol". but that did not mean the end of his friendship with his competitors on the show. So he performed with indian idol's eleven finalists.

there was the world premiere of the music video "Yaaron Dosti" which has been sung by Indian Idol winner Abhijeet Sawant and the other ten finalists -- Amit Sana, Rahul Vaidya, Prajakta Sukre, Adity Paul, Mokesh Pancholi, Rahul Saxena, Vishal Kothari, Amit Tandon, Ravinder Ravi and Harsh Moyal.

The show was at the Pitampura Dilli Haat ground at 7 p.m.. One thing also is that the event had Indian Idol host Mini Mathur. Adding a little more glamour to the show was a performance by Angad and Kripa, the romantic couple from the show "Kaisa Yeh Pyaar Hai".