Mayukh Hazarika

Mayukh Hazarika was born in Guwahati, Assam, into a family of musicians. After the early loss of his father, Jayanta Hazarika, he was guided in music by his mother, Manisha Hazarika. He completed his schooling at Kendriya Vidyalaya, Khanapara, pursued higher education at the University of Delhi, and later completed postgraduate studies at AJKMCRC, Jamia Millia Islamia.

Parallel to a professional career in media, including a role as Head of Camera at NDTV Lifestyle, he continued performing as a singer in India and internationally, often alongside his wife, vocalist Laili Dutta Hazarika, and his mother.

He gained wider recognition with the release of his album Sokue Jodi Kotha Koy in 2009. Before this, he was known for presenting new interpretations of songs by Jayanta Hazarika and Bhupen Hazarika. Over time, he developed a distinct vocal identity while remaining connected to the Assamese modern song tradition.

His discography includes albums such as Shilongare Godhuli (2002), Sokue Jodi Kotha Koy (2009), Monor Maram (2012), and Assomor Chirajugamiya Geet (2012), along with singles including “Sokuye Jodi Kotha Koi” and “Niyoror Xur.”