Timir Biswas

Timir Biswas is an acclaimed Indian playback singer, composer, and theatre artist who rose to prominent national recognition as the lead vocalist of the modern Bengali rock band Lokkhi Chhara and later the folk-fusion band Fakira. Hailing from West Bengal, his distinctively soulful, raw, and powerful vocal range allows him to seamlessly navigate between intense rock anthems, emotive romantic ballads, and traditional Baul folk arrangements. His career reached a major milestone with his iconic playback performance of 'Boba Tunnel' in Srijit Mukherji's critically acclaimed film 'Chotushkone', a track that earned him widespread acclaim, major award nominations, and established him as a premier playback voice in Eastern India. Over the years, he has contributed hit songs to numerous feature films and web series, while continuously releasing influential indie singles. As the frontman of Fakira, Timir has been instrumental in popularizing traditional Bengali folk music among younger generations globally through modern rock fusion. Known for his high-energy live performances and expressive theatricality, he also composes for stage productions, earning multiple accolades for his contributions to both contemporary music and Bengali culture.