High on life

Punjabi singer Tanishq Kaur got her mentor in her mother, Gurinder Kaur, who is a music teacher. Her melodious voice may have been god’s gift, but it’s Tanishq’s hard work that has made her a successful singer. Singing since she was in her first standard, this 21-year-old girl from Ludhiana has sung many songs such as Dil, Cuteness, Lalkare and Meri Jaan ft. Gurnam Bhullar. Signed under Jass Records, her next single, Teri Meri, will be released on December 18 under the same label.

What do you think is your swag?

My smile. I am 24X7 smiling, happy, bubbly kind of personality and I like that about me.

Punjabi singer you find stylish?

Sunanda Sharma. She really has a good sense of style.

Latest buy…

I was in a good mood recently and bought a lot of clothes.

Music for you is…

It’s a blessing. I have been a popular kid in my school due to my music. One can learn an instrument, but unless you have the talent to sing, there is no way you can learn it. So, I thank God every day for making music my life.

Dream project?

It’s long a way but I would love to work with A R Rahman.

If not singer, then?

A dancer.

Street smart vs the brand game…

I just pick what I like, plus or minus the brand.

Wardrobe must-haves?

Blue jeans, black top and shiny or weird clothes. When I go shopping, I ask the attendant, Wo dikhao jo koi bhi ni leta(show me something that no one buys (laughs).

Accessories you love…

I like wearing watches. Occasionally, I do wear a neckpiece with small stones.

Call on the traditional attire…

I do wear suits, but I preferwearing pants or palazzo suits rather than salwar suits.

An exotic place you wish to take your date to…

Hawaii.

Celebrity you admire or wish to collaborate with…

My dream team to work in Punjab would be B Praak and Jaani.

What turns you off?

When someone lies or tries to act smart. Just say what you want and be straightforward. Keep it simple.

Fitness for you…

Yoga and healthy food sum up fitness for me.

Your strength…

I put my best foot forward. If I have any apprehensions or doubts about something, I would rather not do it.

Your weakness…

I am not good at decision making, but I’m working on it.

How do you unwind?

If I am tired of dancing, I sing and vice-versa. When I am doing both, I just sit somewhere, meditate for a while and listen to some soft music, especially the flute. —Sheetal