Rashid Ali, originally from Hyderabad and later raised in London, is an Indian singer, guitarist, and composer, celebrated for his hit song "Kabhi Kabhi Aditi" featured in Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na. Coming from a family steeped in music—his mother, a ghazal singer trained by Ustad Ghulam Mustafa Khan—Rashid has developed a multifaceted musical style. He was discovered by A.R. Rahman at a concert, leading to a fruitful collaboration where he has performed in numerous Rahman shows. His body of work includes popular tracks like "Nazar Laaye" from Raanjhanaa and songs from his debut album, Call Me Rashid. Furthermore, he has initiated "Rashid's Jam Room" on YouTube, highlighting his guitar talents and collaborative projects. In 2015, he worked alongside sitarist Niladri Kumar on the composition “Head to the Heart.” Rashid is committed to evolving his musical path, integrating diverse genres and exploring innovative artistic expressions.
