India’s Most-Streamed Artists of 2025 Crowned at JioSaavn Superhits Awards
The second annual JioSaavn India Superhits Awards have revealed the nation’s sonic preferences, based purely on listener data. The awards, spanning ten languages – Hindi, English, Punjabi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Bhojpuri, Bengali, and Marathi – recognize the most-streamed songs, artists, composers, and lyricists of the year. The results paint a vibrant picture of India’s diverse musical landscape, confirming established stars while spotlighting emerging talent.
Bollywood’s Reign Continues, Regional Sounds Soar
Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal cemented their positions as India’s most beloved vocalists, dominating the Hindi and Bengali categories. Singh took home the title of most-streamed male artist in both languages, fueled by hits like “Gaane Gaane” from Dhumketu. Ghoshal mirrored his success, earning the female artist award in Hindi and Bengali. The Hindi song of the year went to “Saiyaara,” the captivating title track from Mohit Suri’s romantic blockbuster, with Tanishk Bagchi and Irshad Kamil recognized for their composition and lyrics, respectively.
Punjabi, Marathi, and Southern Powerhouses
Shubh’s meteoric rise continued with a clean sweep in the Punjabi category, winning male artist, composer, and lyricist awards for his hit “Supreme.” Kiran Bajwa was recognized as the top female artist in Punjabi music. Marathi music saw Sanju Rathod similarly dominate, securing honors for male artist, composer, and lyricist, with “Shaky” crowned song of the year.
The Southern Indian music scene showcased its strength and diversity. Anirudh Ravichander proved his cross-regional appeal, topping both the Tamil and Telugu charts for male artist and composer. Sid Sriram claimed the male artist awards in Kannada and Malayalam, while Jakes Bejoy was honored as the Malayalam composer, with “Minnalvala” from Narivetta leading the song charts.
Bhojpuri Loyalty and Global Influences
Bhojpuri music maintained its dedicated fanbase, with Pawan Singh and Shilpi Raj taking the male and female artist awards, respectively. “Dilwa Le Ja Rumaal Me” emerged as the most-streamed song in the region. In Bengali music, Anupam Roy continued his winning streak, securing both the composer and lyricist awards for “Gaane Gaane” for the second consecutive year.
Reflecting the evolving tastes of Indian listeners, the English category showcased international stars. Jennie earned the female artist award, while Ed Sheeran topped the male artist charts. “Sapphire,” a collaboration featuring Ed Sheeran, Shah Rukh Khan, and Arijit Singh, was the most-streamed English track on the platform.
What does this year’s data tell us about the future of Indian music? And how will these streaming trends influence the creative direction of artists in the coming years?
The Rise of Data-Driven Music Awards
The JioSaavn India Superhits Awards represent a significant shift in how musical success is measured. Unlike traditional awards shows that rely on industry voting, these awards are based solely on verifiable streaming data, offering a more democratic and accurate reflection of public taste. This approach not only celebrates popular artists but also provides valuable insights into regional preferences and emerging trends.
The increasing importance of streaming data is reshaping the music industry globally. Artists are now more focused on building direct relationships with their fans through digital platforms, and labels are leveraging data analytics to identify potential hits and tailor marketing strategies. Billboard has extensively covered this shift, highlighting the power of streaming in determining chart positions and artist revenue.
Furthermore, the awards’ comprehensive coverage of ten languages underscores the richness and diversity of India’s musical heritage. By recognizing talent across various regional scenes, JioSaavn is contributing to a more inclusive and representative music ecosystem. The Hindu recently published an article detailing the growth of regional music streaming in India, emphasizing its increasing popularity among younger audiences.
Frequently Asked Questions
The awards are based entirely on streaming and engagement data from the JioSaavn platform, including the number of streams, song completions, and user interactions.
The awards cover ten languages: Hindi, English, Punjabi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam, Bhojpuri, Bengali, and Marathi.
The song of the year in Hindi was “Saiyaara” from the film of the same name.
Anirudh Ravichander topped both the Tamil and Telugu charts in the male artist and composer categories.
Data-driven awards offer a more democratic and accurate reflection of public taste compared to traditional industry-voted awards.
Yes, the awards recognize the most-streamed lyricist in each language category.
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