Biography

Sunny was born and brought up in Bathinda.Since his childhood, he was fond of singing, and he used to actively participate in the cultural programs of his school. He also used to perform at various cultural events in his village.For his passion in singing, his father gifted him a Harmonium and a Tabla in his childhood.In 2014, his father died in Jammu and Kashmirs Baramulla.After his fathers demise, all the responsibilities of his family came on his shoulders and he had to quit his studies and started working as a boot polisher.In the same year, he sang Akhiyan De Buhe, which was released by TMC Punjabi.On 4 June 2014, he participated in Sony TVs show- Entertainment Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega..In 2019, Sunny participated in one of Indias most popular singing reality show, Indian Idol Season 11. In the show, he earned laurels from the judges for singing Nusrat Fateh Ali Khans song- Afreen Afreen..His friend, Deepak Malik also appeared in Indian Idol Season 11. Both have also performed together in various other programs.On 23 February 2020, he became the winner of Indian Idol 11. He won a trophy along with the prize money of Rs. 25 lakh, a car, and a singing contract with T-Series. Sunny Declared as the Winner of Indian Idol 2020.