Masoom Sharma
Masoom Sharma (born 27 March 1991) is an Indian singer, lyricist, and music composer known for his contributions to the Haryanvi music industry. He gained recognition with the song Kothe Chad Lalkaru (2014) and has since released popular tracks like Ramjhol Bolegi, English Medium, and Badnam Gabru.[1]
Masoom Sharma was born in Brahmanwas village, Jind district, Haryana, into a Brahmin Hindu family. He is the youngest of three brothers; his elder brother Vikas Brahminwas is active in local politics, and another brother, Deepak Sharma, manages family affairs.
He completed his schooling in Brahmanwas and later attended Kurukshetra University. Passionate about performing arts, he pursued a diploma in acting and music at the State Institute of Film and Television, Rohtak. During his school years, Sharma attempted to shift to Mumbai to build a career in music but returned due to financial constraints. He eventually began performing with a local cultural troupe called Bhagat Mandli, which introduced him to the stage and folk music.
Career
Sharma’s breakthrough came with “Kothe Chad Lalkaru” (2014), which gained over 20 million views online and established him as a rising star in the Haryanvi music industry. Since then, he has released several successful singles, including “Arbi Ghode”, “Ek Mai Bhola Ek Tu Bhola”, “Warning”, and “2 Numbari”.
Apart from singing, Sharma has also acted in Haryanvi music videos and regional films.including his upcoming film "License" His style is noted for fusing folk ragini traditions with contemporary beats, thereby appealing to both rural and urban audiences.
He has been trained in classical music under Pandit Ram Das Sharma and acknowledges inspiration from Haryanvi folk legends as well as modern artists.
Controversy
Like many popular Haryanvi artists, Sharma has faced some controversies:
Lyrics and Obscenity Allegations: Some of his songs have been criticized for promoting regional pride in a manner that critics felt bordered on provocative or aggressive. Certain lyrics were accused of misrepresenting Haryanvi culture as overly confrontational, leading to online debates and social media backlash. In March 2025,Haryana Government banned his 8 songs which led to raised support for Masoom and one of the banned song "2 Khatole" taken him to new heights of success
Stage Show Disputes: Sharma has also been involved in disputes with event organizers regarding payment delays and contractual disagreements. On one occasion (2019), a stage performance in Hisar ended in chaos when the audience demanded more songs, but Sharma left early, which created negative publicity in regional news portals.
Rivalries in Haryanvi Industry: Unverified reports suggest Sharma has had professional rivalries with fellow Haryanvi singers over dominance in the folk-pop market, though he has publicly denied any personal enmity, stating that “competition is natural in art.”
Despite controversies, Sharma continues to maintain a strong fan base, especially among rural youth in Haryana. [[]]
Personal Life
On 30 October 2017, Masoom Sharma married Rimpi Sharma. The couple has two children: a son, Netritv Sharma, and a daughter born in 2020. He resides in Rohtak, Haryana, but frequently travels to Delhi and Mumbai for professional commitments.
Outside of music, Sharma enjoys driving, playing the tabla, and socializing. He has occasionally been spotted smoking hookah and consuming alcohol at gatherings.
Legacy Masoom Sharma is credited with bringing ragini (a traditional Haryanvi folk form) back into the mainstream. His fusion of folk instruments with modern production has been influential in shaping the sound of contemporary Haryanvi music.
References
- ↑ "Who is Masoom Sharma? Haryanvi singer banned, government reaction". The Indian Express. 16 March 2024. Retrieved 19 March 2024.
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