'Music Is In Our Blood': Twin Singers Sukriti And Prakriti Kakar Open Up About Their Journey, Struggles And Sisterhood In Bhopal

Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh: Twin singing sensations Sukriti and Prakriti Kakar have carved a unique niche for themselves in the Indian music scene with their captivating voices and dynamic collaboration. Originally from Delhi, the sisters moved to Mumbai at a young age, where they began their professional journey in non-film music. In a recent interview, the dynamic duo shared insights into their musical roots, the challenges they faced, their strong sisterly bond, and key career milestones.

Raised in a household filled with musical energy by a mother who was a music teacher, Sukriti and Prakriti were drawn to singing from a young age, around the ages of 9 and 10. Their first professional recordings came at 16, but their passion for music ignited earlier, at 9 and 10. The move to Mumbai at 10 years old proved to be a pivotal moment, marking the start of their dedicated pursuit in the industry.

Prakriti reflected on the various forms struggle takes throughout life, noting that auditioning for ad films in their youth and continuing the grind as established artists are all part of the journey. The sisters share a close bond, often joking about their quirks. Prakriti admires Sukriti's punctuality and readiness, though she playfully admits she dislikes Sukriti's occasional assertiveness, even though she is only two minutes older.

While playback singing for movies remains an integral part of their careers, a significant turning point occurred when they started releasing music independently. Their first non-film track in 2019 marked a transformative shift, bringing excitement and excitement to their career. For the Kakar sisters, Aakriti has been their guiding light, first friend, and mentor, introducing them to various genres such as ghazals, folk music, and Sufi tracks, and always being there to listen to their latest releases.