Mannara Chopra Launches Her Singing Career with 'Ajeeb Dastaan'
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Synopsis
Actress Mannara Chopra is excited to announce her singing debut with a rendition of 'Ajeeb Dastaan'. She has also co-directed the music video, emphasizing her passion for music and its deep connection to her artistry.
Key Takeaways
- Mannara Chopra makes her singing debut.
- She partially directed the music video.
- The song is a rendition of “Ajeeb Dastaan”.
- It features the scenic beauty of New York City.
- Mannara has a diverse background in acting and dancing.
Mumbai, March 21 (NationPress) Actress Mannara Chopra is gearing up to make her singing debut by showcasing her vocal abilities in the heartfelt rendition of “Ajeeb Dastaan”.
In addition to her singing, Mannara has also taken on a partial directorial role for the music video, which exquisitely captures the essence of classic melodies set against the breathtaking scenery of New York City.
Expressing her enthusiasm for this new path, Mannara shared: “Music has always held a special place in my heart. This song means a lot to me as it merges my passion for timeless pieces with my own creative expression. I aimed to produce something that resonates on a personal level while remaining relatable, and I hope listeners feel the same connection.”
The song “Ajeeb dastan hai yeh” originates from the 1960 film “Dil Apna Aur Preet Parai”, featuring stars like Meena Kumari and Raaj Kumar. This iconic track was originally performed by the legendary Lata Mangeshkar, with lyrics crafted by Shailendra.
The 33-year-old actress, born as Barbie Handa in Ambala Cantonment, Haryana, has appeared in over 40 commercials. Before stepping into acting, she pursued a career as a fashion designer and worked as an assistant choreographer, receiving training in dance styles including hip hop and belly dancing.
Mannara's acting journey began in 2014, and she has demonstrated her talent across various language films like Telugu, Tamil, Hindi, and Kannada. Her debut came with the 2014 Telugu film “Prema Geema Jantha Nai”, alongside Sreerama Chandra.
She made her Hindi film debut in Anubhav Sinha's “Zid”, sharing the screen with Karanvir Sharma. In 2015, Chopra made special appearances in songs for two Tamil films, “Sandamarutham” and “Kaaval”.
Mannara was also seen in the lead role opposite Sai Dharam Tej in “Thikka” and made her Kannada debut with “Rogue” in 2017. She gained significant recognition after participating in the 17th season of “Bigg Boss”, hosted by Salman Khan, in 2023, where she finished as the 2nd runner-up.
Her web debut came with “Bhootmate”, where she portrayed a ghost named Pari. Upcoming projects include the Telugu film “Thiragabadara Saami” with Raj Tarun and the Punjabi film “Ohi Chann Ohi Raatan”.
