Artist Profile
Jasmine Sandlas is an Indian-American Punjabi singer, songwriter, rapper and live
performer who has built a distinctive identity through her powerful voice,
energetic stage presence and fearless approach to music. Often associated with
contemporary Punjabi pop, hip-hop and Bollywood music, Jasmine has successfully
moved from independent Punjabi music to major Hindi film soundtracks.
Her
career reached a major turning point with “Yaar Naa Miley” from Kick,
which brought her voice to a much wider Bollywood audience. Since then, she has
continued to release Punjabi music, collaborate with leading artists and
establish herself as one of the recognizable female voices in modern Punjabi
music. Her recent work on Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar: The Revenge
has given her career another significant boost.
Early Life and Musical Journey
Jasmine
Sandlas was born in Jalandhar, Punjab, and was raised in California.
Growing up between Indian and American cultural influences helped shape the
musical personality that later became an important part of her identity.
She
began her professional music journey in the late 2000s and gained attention
through Punjabi independent music. Her early song “Muskan” helped
establish her as a promising new voice, while her later releases demonstrated
her ability to combine traditional Punjabi influences with modern pop and
hip-hop production.
Unlike
artists who depend entirely on film soundtracks, Jasmine maintained a strong
connection with the independent Punjabi music scene. This allowed her to
develop a recognizable sound and loyal audience before becoming a major
Bollywood playback singer.
Bollywood Breakthrough With “Yaar Naa Miley”
Jasmine
Sandlas' major Bollywood breakthrough came in 2014 with “Yaar Naa Miley”,
featuring Yo Yo Honey Singh, from the Salman Khan-starrer Kick.
The
song became a major commercial success and introduced Jasmine's distinctive
vocal style to millions of Bollywood listeners. Its energetic
Punjabi-influenced sound, combined with her powerful delivery, helped make the
track one of the defining songs of her early career.
This
success opened the door to more Bollywood opportunities while Jasmine continued
working on independent Punjabi music.
Jasmine Sandlas' Musical Style
One
of Jasmine Sandlas' biggest strengths is her recognizable vocal identity. Her
voice has a raw, energetic quality that can work equally well in Punjabi
folk-inspired songs, dance tracks, hip-hop productions and Bollywood
soundtracks.
Her
music frequently combines:
- Punjabi
folk influences
- Contemporary
pop
- Hip-hop
and rap elements
- R&B-inspired
sounds
- High-energy
dance production
- Strong
female-oriented themes
She
is also known for participating in songwriting, which gives her music a more
personal character. Her work demonstrates that she is not simply a playback
vocalist but an artist with creative involvement in the music she performs.
Popular Songs by Jasmine Sandlas
Throughout
her career, Jasmine has delivered numerous popular songs and collaborations.
Some of her most recognizable tracks include “Yaar Naa Miley,” “Illegal
Weapon,” “Bamb Jatt,” “Mithi Mithi,” “Sip Sip,” “Laddu,” “Taras,” and “Shararat.”
Her
song “Taras” from Munjya further strengthened her presence in
contemporary Bollywood music, while her later work for Dhurandhar
introduced her to a new generation of listeners.
Major Success With “Shararat” From Dhurandhar
One
of Jasmine Sandlas' biggest recent career moments came with “Shararat”
from Dhurandhar. The song featured Jasmine Sandlas and Madhubanti
Bagchi, with Jasmine also contributing lyrics.
The
track became a major talking point around the film and was widely recognized
for its energetic and glamorous presentation. Jasmine explained that the song
was deliberately designed with a sultry quality to match the mood of the film's
sequence.
Jasmine
herself celebrated “Shararat” as one of the biggest Bollywood songs of 2025,
reflecting the importance of the track in her recent career.
Dhurandhar: The Revenge and 2026 Career Growth
Jasmine's
momentum continued into 2026 with Dhurandhar: The Revenge. Her
involvement in the soundtrack became one of the major highlights of her recent
career.
She
contributed vocals to multiple songs, including “Jaiye Sajana,” “Main Aur
Tu,” “Aari Aari” and “Rang De Lal (Oye Oye). Reports noted that
Jasmine had as many as five songs associated with the Dhurandhar: The
Revenge album, making her one of the prominent vocal contributors to the
soundtrack.
“Jaiye Sajana” With Satinder Sartaaj
Another
important 2026 milestone was Jasmine's collaboration with acclaimed Punjabi
singer Satinder Sartaaj on “Jaiye Sajana.”
Jasmine
described the opportunity to work with Sartaaj as her “biggest victory,”
emphasizing how meaningful the collaboration was to her personally and
professionally.
The
song itself also has an interesting story. Jasmine revealed that it was created
at around 4 a.m. on the day of the album launch, making its inclusion in
the soundtrack an unusually last-minute creative achievement.
Recognitions
Awards & Recognition Achieved
Jasmine
Sandlas has received recognition from major Punjabi and international South
Asian music platforms.
BritAsia TV Music Awards
One
of her important achievements came at the BritAsia TV Music Awards,
where she won Best Female Act in 2018.
She
followed that recognition with another major win in 2019, receiving the Best
International Female award at the BritAsia TV Kuflink Music Awards.
These
awards reflected her growing popularity not only in India but also among
Punjabi audiences internationally.
Film Award Recognition
Jasmine
has also received recognition through film-music award nominations for her
playback singing. Her work has been considered for major Punjabi film-music
categories, further demonstrating her crossover from independent music into
cinema.
Women Songwriters Recognition
Jasmine
has additionally been recognized for her contribution as a songwriter. Her
creative career is significant because she has continued to position herself as
both a performer and a songwriter rather than limiting herself to playback
singing.
Significant Events
Top and Major Performances & Events
Jasmine
Sandlas has performed at numerous high-profile music and entertainment events
during her career.
Punjabi Film Awards 2018
One
of her notable appearances came at the BritAsia TV Punjabi Film Awards 2018
in Birmingham, UK. Jasmine hosted the inaugural ceremony and also delivered a
live performance featuring several of her popular songs, including “Baddal,”
“Vachari,” “Kashni,” “Illegal Weapon” and “Sip Sip.”
MTV's Angels of Rock
Jasmine
was also part of MTV India's “Angels of Rock,” a project centered around
women's stories and empowerment. The series brought together Jasmine with other
female singers and explored the experiences of women across different parts of
India.
Major Bollywood Music Performances
Her
growing Bollywood profile has also led to live performances of songs connected
with films such as Kick, Munjya and Dhurandhar. Her live
renditions of “Shararat” have become particularly popular following the
success of Dhurandhar.
Bengaluru Concert – 2026
In
2026, Jasmine's live career reached another notable point with her Bengaluru
concert. Following the performance, she described it as one of the most
unforgettable performances of her career and thanked her audience for the
overwhelming response. Fans reportedly sang along as she performed songs
connected with her recent Dhurandhar success.
Dehradun Live Performance – 2026
Jasmine
also performed in Dehradun in July 2026, where she performed songs
including “Sip Sip,” “Shararat” and “Laavan.” The concert attracted
significant attention online after an incident involving crowd behavior while
she was interacting with fans after the performance.
Latest Career Status in 2026
As
of 2026, Jasmine Sandlas is experiencing one of the most visible phases
of her career. Her work on Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar: The Revenge
has brought her music back into the mainstream spotlight, while her live
performances continue to expand her connection with audiences.
Her
collaboration with Satinder Sartaaj on “Jaiye Sajana,” her multiple
contributions to Dhurandhar: The Revenge, and the popularity of “Shararat”
have all added new milestones to her career.
At
the same time, Jasmine continues to represent the independent spirit that
defined her early career. Her ability to move between Punjabi music, Bollywood
playback singing, songwriting and live performance remains one of the strongest
aspects of her artistic identity.
Jasmine Sandlas' Impact on Punjabi Music
Jasmine
Sandlas has carved out a space for herself by refusing to sound like everyone
else. Her bold personality, distinctive voice and willingness to experiment
have helped her stand apart in the highly competitive Indian music industry.
Her
journey from independent Punjabi music to Bollywood success demonstrates the
changing relationship between regional music and mainstream Indian
entertainment. Today, Punjabi sounds are an important part of Bollywood's
musical identity, and Jasmine has played a meaningful role in that crossover.