Meena Rana is an Indian Uttarakhandi singer. She has released many Garhwali and Kumaoni music albums.[1][2][3] Meena Rana[4] is a celebrated Uttarakhandi singer, renowned for her melodious voice and extensive contribution to the regional music of Uttarakhand. Born on May 24, 1975, in Delhi, she has become a prominent figure in the folk music scene, especially known for her songs in the Kumauni and Garhwali languages. Often hailed as the 'Lata Mangeshkar of Uttarakhand,' Meena Rana's career began with her debut in the Garhwali film "Nauni Pichhadi Nauni" in 1992, where she lent her voice to three songs. With no formal training in her early years, she honed her craft through sheer passion and dedication, leading to a prolific output of over 500 songs in various languages, including Hindi and Ladakhi. Her achievements have been recognized with multiple awards, such as the Young Uttarakhand Cine Award for Best Singer Female, which she won for her song "Palya Gaun Ka Mohana" in 2010, among others. Her journey from a young talent at the Akashvani Club in Mussoorie to a revered artist is a testament to her enduring talent and love for music.
Meena Rana | |
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| Background information | |
| Born | Delhi |
| Genres | Folk, Uttarakhandi |
| Occupation(s) | Singer,Folk Singer |
| Instrument | Vocals |
| Years active | 1996–present |
| Labels | |
| Spouse |
Sanjay Kumola (m. 2001) |
Albums
edit- Utarakhandi albums
- Chand taro maa
- Meri Khati Mitthi
- Darbar Nirala Sai ka
- Utarakhandi Garhwali albums
- Teri meri Maya
- Meru Utarakhand
- Chilbilat
- Mohana
- Chandra
- Lalita Chi Hum
Utarakhandi Garhwali songs
Awards
editYoung Uttarakhand Cine Award
| Year | Category | Song-Album | Won/Nominated |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Best Singer Female | Palya Gaun Ka Mohana (Mohana) | Won[7] |
| 2011 | Best Singer Female | Hit O Bhina (Tu Meri Nasib) | Nominated[8] |
| 2011 | Best Singer Female | Au Bulanu Yo Pahara (Din Jawani Char) | Won[9] |
| 2012 | Best Lyrist | Ham Uttarakhandi Chha (Chandra) | Nominated[10] |
| 2012 | Best Singer Female | Ham Uttarakhandi Chha (Chandra) | Won[11] |
| 2013 | Best Singer Female | Ai Ja Re Dagadya (Negi Ki Cheli) | Nominated*[12] |
References
edit- ^ "Music in Uttaranchal - Garhwali and Kumaoni Uttarakhand Pahari Music". Euttaranchal.com. Archived from the original on 2 October 2015. Retrieved 29 July 2012.
- ^ "Meena Rana उम्र, पति, परिवार, Children, Biography in Hindi - बायोग्राफी". News Hindustan. 14 May 2022. Retrieved 14 May 2022.
- ^ Fiol, Stefan (11 September 2017). Recasting Folk in the Himalayas: Indian Music, Media, and Social Mobility. University of Illinois Press. ISBN 978-0-252-09978-6.
- ^ Negga, Delombera; Szirmai, Monika; Chan, Daniel (2017). Language Policy, Ideology and Educational Practices in a Globalised World: Selected papers from the PLIDAM 2014 Conference on "Policy and ideology in language teaching and learning: actors and discourses". Archives contemporaines. ISBN 978-2-8130-0277-8.
- ^ "Gajendra Rana". www.aboututtarakhand.com. Retrieved 14 May 2021.
- ^ "Manglesh Dangwal Songs: Listen Manglesh Dangwal Hit Songs on Gaana.com". Gaana.com. Retrieved 14 May 2021.
- ^ "Young Uttarakhand Cine Award 2010". yucineawards.com. Archived from the original on 13 December 2013. Retrieved 8 September 2013.
- ^ "Young Uttarakhand Cine Award 2011". yucineawards.com. Archived from the original on 13 December 2013. Retrieved 8 September 2013.
- ^ "Young Uttarakhand Cine Award 2011". yucineawards.com. Archived from the original on 13 December 2013. Retrieved 8 September 2013.
- ^ "Young Uttarakhand Cine Award 2012". yucineawards.com. Archived from the original on 13 December 2013. Retrieved 8 September 2013.
- ^ "Young Uttarakhand Cine Award 2012". yucineawards.com. Archived from the original on 13 December 2013. Retrieved 8 September 2013.
- ^ "Young Uttarakhand Cine Award 2013". yucineawards.com. Archived from the original on 13 December 2013. Retrieved 8 September 2013.