Nirmika Singh

Nirmika Singh is a creative professional of Indian origin. She is based in Mumbai, Maharashtra. She is a music journalist and a talented lyricist and poet. She is the youngest music critic to hold the prestigious position of Executive Editor at Rolling Stone India, the renowned music magazine. Nirmika's educational background from prestigious institutions like Lady Shri Ram College and Jawaharlal Nehru University provides her with a strong foundation for pushing creative boundaries and discovering new horizons. She went to St. Anthony’s Senior Secondary School in New Delhi. She pursued a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and a Master’s degree in Political Science. Her passion for music extends beyond writing.

She has collaborated with esteemed composers such as AR Rahman and Clinton Cerejo, leaving her mark as a lyricist in the industry. Her Hindi poetry project, titled #AurSuno, showcases her mesmerizing verses in an interesting show format that combines spoken word with music. Her writing style effortlessly merges the colloquial with the poetic, making her work relatable and impactful. She fluently articulates the thoughts of young India in Hindi, English, and Hinglish, resonating with millennials and Gen Z. In addition to her editorial role, she is an influential figure in the world of poetry.

Through her popular poetry series #AurSuno, she addresses various societal issues, including body image, identity, feminism, and relationships. With huge number of followers on Instagram, her words touch the hearts of readers and listeners, inspiring them to embrace art and action as catalysts for positive change. Nirmika's creative endeavors have garnered recognition on a global scale. She represented India at the 2020 TEDxGateway Countdown, sharing her poetic insights on the pressing issue of climate change alongside influential personalities such as Chris Hemsworth A “heartthrob” and total madness of women from “do >> Read More... , Al Gore, and Priyanka Chopra.

Beyond her artistic pursuits, she has played a pivotal role in reshaping Rolling Stone India since 2015. Under her guidance, Rolling Stone India successfully transitioned from print to digital in 2018, achieving remarkable sales growth and securing valuable brand deals. The magazine's content has also evolved to cover a wider range of topics, including streaming, cinema, comedy, and youth culture.