Dharampreet (Punjabi: ਧਰਮਪ੍ਰੀਤ) was a well-known Punjabi singer from Punjab, India, known as the "King of Punjabi Sad Songs". He started his career in 1993 with a solo album, Khatra ha Sohneya Nu. In all, he released 12 solo albums and 6 albums of duets. He committed suicide on June 8, 2015, at his residence in Bathinda.
Early life and career
Dharampreet hailed from Bilaspur town near Moga in Indian Punjab. He entered the world of Punjabi music in 1993 as Bhupinder Dharma with his album Khatra Hai Sohanya Nu that was released by Payal Music Company. Later his album, Dil Naal Khed'di Rahi, released by Goyal Music Company in 1997, made him a star overnight. This album sold over 2.3 million copies. His later albums, Ajj Sada Dil Torh ta, Aina Kade Vi Nahi Roya and Parh Satgur Di Bani (religious) made a lot of profit for music companies. He gave many hit songs with
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