Harish Raghavendra is a celebrated Indian playback singer and actor, best known for his soulful voice and memorable melodies in the Tamil music industry. Born on 7th December 1976 in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, Harish made his playback debut at just 18. However, it was the 2000 song “Nirpadhuve Nadapadhuve” from the film Bharathi, composed by Ilaiyaraaja, that brought him critical acclaim and the Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer.

Over the past two decades, Harish has sung over 3,000 songs in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi, collaborating with top composers like Harris Jayaraj, Yuvan Shankar Raja, and D. Imman. Some of his iconic hits include:

• “Hey Azhagiya Theeyee” (Minnale)
• “Devathayai Kanden” (Kadhal Kondein)
• “Sakkarai Nilave” (Youth)
• “Melliname Melliname” (Shahjahan)

Apart from singing, Harish has also acted in a few Tamil films, notably Vikadan and Thirupathi. He is also a trained yoga practitioner, lyricist, author, and stage performer with a global fanbase.

Known for his clean, expressive vocals and humble personality, Harish Raghavendra continues to inspire with his live shows and musical versatility, remaining a beloved figure in South Indian music.