K.S. Makhan
Biography
K.S. Makhan, born Kuldeep Singh Takhar, is a multifaceted Punjabi personality known as a singer, actor, former wrestler, sports promoter, songwriter, and politician. He hails from a Takhar Jatt Sikh family in the village of Shankar, Jalandhar, Punjab, and has been living in Surrey, British Columbia, since the early 2000s. He is married and has two sons, Aykam Singh Takhar and Sajjan Singh Takhar.
Career in Sports and Music
Makhan began his career as a Kabaddi player and wrestler, gaining recognition for his contributions to Punjabi sports. His passion for sports and health is reflected in his motivational songs such as Sir Kadhve Record, Daulian Ch Jaan, and Parwah.
He launched his music career with the album Numbra Te Dil Milde and has collaborated with music producers Aman Hayer, Sukhpal Sukh, and Atul Sharma. Some of his popular albums include Glassi, Billo, Muskan, Yaar Mastaane, Good Luck Charm, and James Bond. Notable tracks include Mitran Di Motor, Takle, Gabru Top Da, Fight, Talwaaran, Sitare, Jatt Warga Yaar, Band Botle, Badmaashi, and Pakka Yaar.
His 2012 hit Dil Vich Vas Gayi reached number one and brought him widespread popularity, particularly in the Doaba region. After a brief hiatus from live performances starting in 2013, he made a comeback in 2020 with Willpower, followed by the 2021 track Flood Back, which renewed his international performance opportunities.
Film Career
Makhan debuted in Punjabi cinema with Pinky Moge Wali (2012), playing a villain. He later starred as the lead in Sajjan – The Real Friend (2013) and appeared in films such as Kirdar e Sardar, Jugni Hath Kise na Auni, and the unreleased Jatt Pardesi, which also featured Bollywood icon Dharmendra.
Political Career
Makhan ventured into politics by joining the Bahujan Samaj Party in 2014 and contested from the Anandpur Sahib constituency in the Lok Sabha elections, finishing fourth with 69,124 votes. In 2016, he joined the Shiromani Akali Dal party, continuing his involvement in public life.
K.S. Makhan remains a prominent figure in Punjabi entertainment and sports, balancing his diverse career across music, films, sports, and politics.
