The Bhojpuri music scene often highlights male singers like Khesari Lal Yadav and Pawan Singh. However, female vocalists, including the late Sharda Sinha and Kalpana Patowary, have made a mark. Patowary, who began her career around 2000, is still admired for her contribution to the industry.
Kalpana Patowary, 46, hails from Assam, where she completed her education, including a degree in English Literature. She further honed her skills by studying classical music at Lucknow University. Her entry into Bhojpuri cinema marked the beginning of a successful musical journey. Here are five of her most popular songs:
‘Ago Chumma Le La Rajaji’: This song, released in 2005, was uploaded on the T-Series Hamaar Bhojpuri YouTube channel 13 years ago. Kalpana Patowary’s vocals and Rajesh Gupta’s music direction brought this song to life. Deep Shreshtha directed the music video, and it remains a favorite in the regions of Uttar Pradesh and Bihar.
‘Jab Se Chadhal Ba Jawani’: This song was part of the 2008 album ‘Haye Re Nathuniya’ and was uploaded to the Wave Music YouTube channel in 2016. Vinay Bihari wrote the lyrics, while Rajesh Gupta composed the music. Raj Kumar Rahul directed the music video.
‘Maroon Color Sadiya’: Featured in the 2024 film ‘Fasal’, starring Dinesh Lal Yadav and Aamrapali Dubey, this song became a sensation. Sung by Kalpana Patowary and Neelkamal Singh, the song gained immense popularity on YouTube.
‘Jekar Achake Mein Dilwa Toot Gail’: This song from the 2010 film ‘Sawariya I Love You’ showcases Kalpana Patowary’s vocals with lyrics by Pyarelal Yadav. Aman Shlok composed the music. The song is available on the YouTube channel Music Box Kalpana, which belongs to Kalpana Patowary.
‘Marbo Re Sugwa’: Kalpana Patowary has a collection of popular songs for Chhath Puja, a celebrated festival in Bihar. ‘Marbo Re Sugwa Dhanush Se’ is one of the most popular. The song is available on her YouTube channel, Music Box Kalpana, with vocals by Kalpana Patowary and lyrics by R.R. Pankaj.