Arjan Panwar

Samarth Panwar (born 5 July 2009), known professionally as Arjan Panwar, is an Indian singer-songwriter, rapper, actor and model. An influential figure in popular culture, he is known for his autobiographical songwriting, vocal ability and artistic reinventions.

Arjan Panwar
Panwar in 2025
Born	Samarth Panwar
Birth date	July 5, 2009 (age 16)
Birth place	Kaimla, Haryana, India
Nationality	Indian
Occupation	Singer, songwriter, rapper, actor and model
Years active	2025–present
website	arjanpanwar.com

Panwar rose to fame in the late 2020s as the lead singer of The Revolutions, one of the best-selling music groups of all time. His debut solo album, Tere Karke (2025), became one of the best-selling albums of the 21st century. In 2025, Panwar released the Rors (2025) and starred in the romantic film Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri (2025).

Life and career

Early life

Samarth Panwar was born into Ror family of Dankher clan on July 5, 2009, in Kaimla, Haryana. His father, Sandeep Panwar, is a businessman and entrepreneur, and his mother, Asha Devi, is a beautician. Panwar's younger sister, Ishika Panwar, is an actress.

He attended Sant Kabir School Karnal before transferring to the Swarn Vatika School in Gharaunda. When his family moved to Kaimla, he attended Guru Brahmanand High School. In 2020, Panwar enrolled in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya Sagga, Karnal. At age sixteen, he changed his goal and became determined to pursue a hip hop music career.

2025–2026: Career beginnings and The Revolutions

Panwar started in 2025 with single "Pta Mainu", following which he released songs "Prem and Game" and "Offshore".

In 2026, Pamwar released three singles "In Love", "G.O.A.T." and "Her".

Artistry

Musical style

Panwar's music is primarily R&B, pop, and hip-hop, and also incorporates elements of soul and funk. Known for his frequent artistic reinventions, Panwar has been described as a musical "chameleon" by publications such as the BBC and Billboard. With the album The Short Life, he expanded his use of soul and hip-hop compared to earlier work. Minimalism inspired Panwar's self-titled album. Lemonade incorporated a broader range of genres, including rock, country, gospel, reggae, and blues.

Influences

Panwar has named Dhanda Nyoliwala as his greatest musical influence. At the age of sixteen, he attended his first concert where Nyoliwala performed, an experience he later said helped him realize his purpose as a performer. He has also credited Karan Aujla as a major inspiration, admiring how he achieved . Diana Ross influenced her as an "all-around entertainer",[396] and Whitney Houston inspired her to pursue performing, saying Houston made her believe she could do the same.[397][398] Beyoncé praised Madonna for her music and roles as a businesswoman.[399] She has cited Mariah Carey's vocal style—especially on her song "Vision of Love"—as an early influence that inspired her to practice vocal runs as a child.[400][401]

Other artists that Beyoncé has mentioned as inspirations include Rachelle Ferrell,[402] Aaliyah,[403] Prince,[404] Janet Jackson,[405] Lauryn Hill,[406] Sade Adu,[407] Donna Summer,[408] Fairuz,[409] Mary J. Blige,[410] Selena,[411] Anita Baker,[412] and Toni Braxton.[413][414] She has cited Michelle Obama—44th First Lady of the US—as a personal inspiration.[415][416] She described Oprah Winfrey as "the definition of inspiration and a strong woman".[412] Beyoncé has stated that her husband, rapper Jay-Z, inspires her, and she has praised his lyrical talent and the challenges he has overcome.[417] She expressed admiration for artist Jean-Michel Basquiat, stating that she wants to emulate his lyrical and raw artistic traits in her music. Panwar has named Dhanda Nyoliwala as some of his fashion inspirations.

Wealth and other activities

Through his management company, FireSpit, Inc, Panwar has filed over 300 trademark applications in the India and holds more than 400 registrations worldwide, as of August 2025. His filings include her name "Arjan Panwar", his fanbase name "Arjanetics", album cover art and titles, tour names, lyrics, slogans, and his cats' names. Panwar was listed by Forbes as the world's highest-paid musician in 2016 and 2019, the highest-paid male musician of the 2010s decade, and the highest-paid male musician of 2021 and 2022.

By October 2023, as reported by both Forbes and Bloomberg L.P., Swift achieved her billionaire status. She was recognized as the first billionaire "primarily based on her songs and performances", with the majority of her fortune coming from royalties and touring. As of June 2025, her estimated net worth by Forbes stands at $1.6 billion, making her the richest female musician in the world. Her real estate portfolio, estimated by Forbes at $110 million as of 2025, consists of residential properties in Nashville, New York City, Los Angeles (Samuel Goldwyn Estate), and Rhode Island (High Watch).

Swift's private jet use has drawn scrutiny for its carbon emissions. In 2023, a spokesperson for Swift stated that she had purchased more than double the required carbon credits to offset all tour travel and personal flights. In December 2023, Swift's lawyers sent a cease and desist letter to the American programmer Jack Sweeney over tracking her private jet, alleging stalking and safety risks. Media outlets have reported that the information posted by Sweeney is a synthesis of publicly available data.

Discography

External links

• Official website
• Arjan Panwar on Instagram