Shilpa Rao Wins Best Impact Playback Singer Award, Says 'Singing Words Written By Gulzar Saab Is Always...'

National Award winner Shilpa Rao has added another honour, receiving the Best Impact Playback Singer title at an awards ceremony. The award recognises how Shilpa’s playback work stays with listeners and underlines the emotional weight and nuance that define Shilpa’s presence in Indian film music.

The recognition places Shilpa among the headline achievements of the awards night, which spotlight standout work in film, music and entertainment. The Best Impact Playback Singer category stresses not only vocal skill but also how a song’s mood and message continue to affect audiences long after release.

Shilpa Rao Wins Best Impact Playback Singer

Accepting the trophy, Shilpa shared a personal note on what shaped the winning work, saying, "I am truly grateful for this honour. Singing words written by Gulzar saab is always special. His poetry adds a soul to the music that stays with you." The words underlined Shilpa’s belief in strong lyrics and lasting melody.

Across nearly two decades, Shilpa has delivered songs that many cinema fans in India and abroad know by heart. Tracks such as "Tose Naina," "Khuda Jaane," "Manmarziyaan," "Kalank, Tere Hawale, Besharam Rang", "Aaj Jaane Ki Zid Na Karo and many more" show how Shilpa’s voice can handle romance, pain and reflection with the same steady control.

These titles also chart Shilpa’s journey through different musical styles and periods in Hindi cinema. The range of work is clear in key songs and their films.

Song	Film / Context
Tose Naina	Popular romantic track known for intense emotion
Khuda Jaane	Widely loved love song from a contemporary Bollywood film
Manmarziyaan	Title linked with complex modern relationships on screen
Kalank	Song tied to a period drama with grand visuals
Tere Hawale	Track marked by devotional tone and emotional surrender
Besharam Rang	Recent charting number that drove wide discussion
Aaj Jaane Ki Zid Na Karo	Interpretation of a classic piece cherished by many listeners

With this latest award, Shilpa further reinforces a reputation already supported by a National Award and a rich discography. The recognition signals how Shilpa’s playback work continues to hold space in popular culture, keeping Shilpa among the most trusted and respected voices in Indian playback music.