Kavita Krishnamurthy Subramaniam is an iconic Indian playback singer whose career spans five decades. Born in Delhi in January 1958, she began classical vocal training in her childhood and recorded her first song alongside Lata Mangeshkar for a Bengali film in 1971. Her breakthrough in Hindi cinema came through collaborations with music legends like Laxmikant‑Pyarelal and R.D. Burman, leading to unforgettable hits such as Hawa Hawai, Pyaar Hua Chupke Se, Aaj Main Upar, Nimbooda, Dola Re Dola, Ishq Bina, Kay Sera Sera, and Koi Mil Gaya. An acknowledged “melody queen,” she has recorded over 28,000 songs in more than 30 languages, earning awards including multiple Filmfare honors and the Padma Shri in 2005. Despite battling long‑term sinus and bronchial issues, she remains committed to performing, including international concerts and her ambitious homecoming event The K Factor celebrating her musical legacy. Known for her vocal precision, versatility, and emotional expressiveness, Kavita remains one of Bollywood’s most respected voices.