Sithara Krishnakumar, a renowned Indian singer, is widely recognized by her first name, Sithara. As a playback singer in the Malayalam film industry, she has also lent her voice to numerous Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada movies. With a strong foundation in Hindustani and Carnatic classical music traditions, Sithara is also a skilled ghazal singer, having received extensive training in these genres.
Throughout her illustrious career, Sithara has received numerous accolades, including two prestigious Kerala State Film Awards for Best Singer. Her journey in the world of music began with her training as a dancer, which eventually led her to become a playback singer.
Sithara's musical education was shaped by some of the most renowned instructors in the industry. She received rigorous training in Carnatic Music from Sri Ramanattukara Sathish and Palai CK Ramachandran, while her knowledge of Hindustani Classical music was extensively expanded by Ustad Fiyaz Khan. Additionally, Sithara honed her skills as a classical dancer under the guidance of Kalamandalam Vinodini.
As a multifaceted artist, Sithara has made a significant impact in the Indian music scene, and her contributions have been widely recognized and celebrated.