Meet Ameen Avi singer of Jhoota on his rise to stardom with Khan Saab of Dhurandhar fame

Dubai: Avinash Kumar, professionally known as Ameen Avi, is a singer hailing from Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan. His journey to stardom began with his weekends occupied by his passion for music, which he pursued alongside his full-time corporate job at Amazon. Avinash has dedicated the past two years to building his music career in Dubai, collaborating with renowned musicians in Punjabi and Bollywood, and preparing to release a new single soon.

Ameen Avi's musical journey started early in his childhood, growing up in a family where he was introduced to singing through bhajans during community gatherings. He developed a keen ear for music and the ability to absorb various elements, such as ragas, without having a dedicated teacher. Despite his natural talent, Ameen Avi's parents were not supportive of pursuing a career in music due to financial constraints. Instead, he chose to focus on building a strong foundation to showcase his music to the world.

Ameen Avi's career took a significant turn when he visited a gurudwara in Dubai and encountered Khushwant Singh, a singer who had performed live shows in Mumbai before moving to Dubai. They bonded over music, and from that day forward, they started performing cover songs together. A crucial connection came through Khan Saab, known for his work in the film Dhurandhar. Khan Saab's team offered to handle the production at a reasonable cost, providing Ameen Avi with the opportunity he had been seeking.

Ameen Avi's debut song, released in 2024, was a collaboration with Yashika Sikka, a singer from A.R. Rahman's circle. He kept the release a secret until it was officially published. The announcement sparked excitement, with people reaching out to congratulate him. Ameen Avi's parents, who had previously discouraged him from pursuing music, were overjoyed upon seeing the coverage of his debut in local newspapers.

His father now attends press conferences on his behalf. For Ameen Avi, this milestone stands as a testament to his dedication and the support that eventually came his way, even from those who had once been against his dreams.