Who is Stebin Ben? Everything to know about 'Race 3' singer set to marry 'Cocktail 2' star Kriti Sanon's sister Nupur Sanon

Singer Stebin Ben’s rise feels like the kind of slow-burn story people genuinely root for. He did'nt land in the spotlight overnight. He built his name step by step, song by song. Now his name is travelling beyond playlists and into chatter around his engagement.The 'Mastiii 4' singer will be tying the knot with 'Cocktail 2' star Kriti Sanon's sister Nupur Sanon. As curiosity grows, this question that keeps coming up. Who is Stebin Ben?

Early life and education

By Spotify India charts and the trade reports referenced in the material, his pivot to music was not a small move, it was a bet that landed. Before that leap, he took the path many families recognise. Before his music career, Stebin Ben pursued a degree in civil engineering to meet his parents’ expectations. Despite his studies, his passion for music grew. The shift came when he stopped splitting himself in two. The 'Shimla Mirchi' artist eventually dedicated himself fully to singing. The singer relocated to Mumbai in 2017 to take his career forward.

Career highlights and personal milestones

'Sahiba' fame was born in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. He grew up in a Malayali Christian household where music formed an early part of his everyday life. It wasn’t a grand plan at first. It just kept returning. Music caught his interest early on, with school performances and regular practice at home shaping his voice and confidence.

Stebin Ben got into playback singing through films like 'Shimla Mirchi', 'Raksha Bandhan', 'Dedh Bigha Zameen', and 'Mastiii 4'. He quietly stacked credits that helped his voice travel further than expected. 'Thoda Thoda Pyaar' and 'Sahiba' really connected with listeners. The response showed up quickly in the numbers. 'Thoda Thoda Pyaar' performed well on streaming platforms, while 'Sahiba' topped Spotify India and made its way onto international charts.

His collaborations expanded his palette too. Working with Shreya Ghoshal, Sachin Jigar, Himesh Reshammiya, and Meet Bros helped Stebin Ben try new styles and improve his sound. Off the playlist, he keeps moving. He has become a familiar name on stage, turning up at big wedding nights, polished corporate showcases, and loud university festivals across multiple countries. Trade publications have also credited him with honours such as 'Best Playback Singer', 'Most Replayed Indie Artist', and 'Iconic Voice of the Year'.

Outside work, he likes driving, guitar, and cricket as an all-rounder. He once celebrated his birthday with MS Dhoni. And with his engagement to Nupur Sanon, sister of Kriti Sanon, the curiosity around his personal life has only grown.




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