Biography
Who is Shahzoda?
Early life and real name
Zilola Bahodirovna Musaeva was born on July 28, 1979, in Fergana, Uzbekistan. She is widely known by her stage name Shahzoda. Before launching her successful solo career, she was part of the pop band Jonim alongside Aziza. The group gained recognition with their 1998 song Qarama koʻzlarimga. Two years later, the band separated, and both members started solo paths in the music industry.
Shahzoda released her debut solo single Bor ekan, which became a hit in Uzbekistan. Following this success, she launched her first album with the same title in 2002. The release became one of the best selling albums of that year, establishing her presence in Uzbek pop culture.
Music career highlights
Shahzoda released her second album Baxt boʻladi in 2003, followed by her third album Keragimsan in 2004. The third album sold over 25,000 copies in its first week alone. Its title track played on radio stations and became a major hit. She followed these successes with her fourth album Baxtliman in 2005, which sold more than 50,000 copies in its first week of release.
Her musical repertoire expanded as she recorded songs in Uzbek, Russian, Persian, Kazakh, Tajik, and English. She collaborated with various artists, including a duet titled Qayt with rapper Shohruh and a track with rapper Shahriyor named Birinchi sevgi. In December 2011, she was recognized as The Best Artist in Central Asia and Caucasus at the Big Apple Music Awards in New York City.
Acting career and films
Alongside her music career, Shahzoda has worked extensively as an actress in Uzbek cinema. She played the lead role in the movie Fotima va Zuhra, with her song Hayot ayt serving as the film soundtrack. She also starred as the leading character in the 2007 Uzbek movie Zumrad va Qimmat. Her filmography includes roles in movies such as O Maryam, Maryam, and she has received positive reviews for her performances in box office films.
Her contributions to the entertainment industry earned her several accolades, including the prestigious Nihol award given to professionals in the music and film sectors. She also received multiple Tarona Records Awards in categories such as Best Female Singer, Best Song, and Best Collaboration.
Family and personal life
Shahzoda is married to Ravshanbek Yuldashev and shares two children with him. Throughout her career, she has expanded her popularity beyond Uzbekistan, gaining well-known fame in Russia and neighboring countries. Her Russian language tracks and music videos have been featured on Russian music channels such as RU-TV.
Birthday and age
Shahzoda was born on July 28, 1979, which makes Shahzoda 47 years old today. That birthday falls under the Leo sign. Shahzoda shares the date with 32 other famous people.
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