Jonita effortlessly commands the spotlight in Aza’s latest cover story. It gives you a glimpse into how she established her place in the music industry as a global pop voice, a playback singer, and a live performer. Born in Delhi and raised in Brampton, Canada, she reflects on her journey defined by a "blended identity" that she once viewed through the lens of an identity crisis but now embraces as her strength.
The pop icon discusses her passion for music. With minimal formal training, she honed her craft through experience, gaining viral fame via YouTube covers before a pivotal performance with Sonu Nigam in 2011 that launched her career as a playback singer.
Since her Bollywood debut in 2013 with Chennai Express, she has collaborated with legendary composers like A.R. Rahman and Pritam. Looking ahead, the artist is focused on creative expansion, moving beyond vocals to refine her skills in songwriting and music production.
Jonita brings an undeniable spark to Aza’s cover story, dressed in the finest designer labels, including Anamika Khanna, Mishru, Ritika Mirchandani, Aza X Shilpa Shetty Kundra, Ekaya, and Seema Gujral. Take a look at some of the highlights.
Outfit: Anamika Khanna | Necklace & Rings: House of Tuhina
“Navigating authenticity can be challenging, but I've come to see it as a strength — representing a blended identity that resonates with many across the world.”
“I realised music wasn’t just something I loved, it was something I couldn’t imagine not doing.”
Outfit: Mishru
Jewellery: Araiya by Aza
“Not many people know this, but I’ve had minimal training in music throughout my life. Whatever I’ve gathered has been through experience.”
Outfit: Ritika Mirchandani
Earrings: Shillpa Purii & Sakshi Patel Jewellery; Ring: House of Tuhina
“I work closely with composers, native speakers, and lyricists, focusing on pronunciation, emotion, and cultural context.”
Outfit: Aza X Shilpa Shetty Kundra
Ring: House of Tuhina
“I have a trainer who keeps motivating me to hit the gym, but I love getting my cardio through dance.”
Outfit: Ekaya
Jewellery: Araiya by Aza
“I’ve been interested in improving my songwriting from a storytelling perspective and understanding music production better.”
Outfit: Seema Gujral
Jewellery: Araiya by Aza
As she continues to evolve, Jonita remains an artist defined by multiplicity, shaping her career with a clear-eyed confidence that resonates across borders. Read the Cover Story Now.
Explore our curated edit featuring designer outfits that mirror Jonita’s remarkable style.
