Arati Ankalikar-Tikekar Musical artist

Arati Ankalikar-Tikekar (born 27 January 1963, in Bijapur) is an Indian classical singer. She has received training in Agra as well as Gwalior-Atrauli gharanas. Endowed with a rich voice, Arati's performances are marked by her command over both the rhythm and the melody. She has received the National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer twice (in 2006 and 2012).She is married to Indian film actor Uday Tikekar.She is best known for her albums such as Tejomay Nadbrahm and Raag-Rang, and playback for the movies Antarnaad, De dhakka, Savlee, and the hit Sardari Begum, "Ek Hazarachi Note".