Manan Bhardwaj (born 19 October 1987 in Gurgaon, Haryana) is an Indian singer, composer, songwriter, music producer, and lyricist known for his work across Hindi, Punjabi, and Haryanvi music. His breakthrough came in 2021 with the emotionally charged title track of Shiddat, which established his signature mix of melodic pop with a modern edge. He gained further acclaim as part of multi-composer soundtracks for major Bollywood films such as Radhe Shyam (2022), Satyaprem Ki Katha, Yaariyan 2 (2023), and Animal (2023), earning widespread recognition for standout tracks like “Arjan Vailly,” “Chitta,” and “Teri Aankhon Mein.” Manan’s music often combines heartfelt lyricism, guitar-based composition, and cinematic build-ups. Trained in audio engineering and inspired by music icons like A. R. Rahman and Jagjit Singh, he began his musical journey creating independent recordings and production under his own studios. Since the early 2010s, Manan Bhardwaj has emerged as a vibrant voice bridging independent and mainstream Indian music.