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Bollywood Diva Sunidhi Chauhan Reveals Untold Secrets of Unpaid Songs
25 Aug
Summary
- Sunidhi Chauhan's first marriage to choreographer Bobby Khan ended within a year
- Sunidhi was not paid for several Bollywood songs despite her success
- Sunidhi found love again and married composer Hitesh Sonik in 2012
Sunidhi Chauhan, a celebrated Bollywood singer with a career spanning over two decades, has had a remarkable journey filled with both triumphs and challenges. In 2025, the singer made a surprising revelation during a podcast appearance, admitting that she has not been paid for several of her songs.
Sunidhi's personal life has also been a rollercoaster ride. At the young age of 18, she went against her parents' wishes and married choreographer Bobby Khan in 2002. However, the marriage was short-lived, ending within a year as religious differences caused a rift between the couple. Sunidhi then returned to her family, reconciling with her parents who had initially disowned her.
After her divorce, Sunidhi found herself in a difficult situation, lacking both financial resources and a place to call home. It was during this time that music composer Anu Malik stood by her, helping Sunidhi regain her footing in the industry.
In 2012, Sunidhi found love again, marrying composer Hitesh Sonik after dating for over two years. The couple is now blessed with a baby boy, Tej.
Despite her immense success, Sunidhi has not been paid for many of her Bollywood songs, including popular tracks like "Sheila Ki Jawani," "Kamli," and "Daawat-e-Ishq." The singer explained that while some artists demand payment upfront, she has often chosen to forgo compensation, prioritizing her passion for singing over financial gain.
