Akon

Soundtrack Producer Actor

Born - April 16, 1973 in St. Louis, Missouri, USA

Akon is a popular Producer and Actor.

In Photos | Last Updated : Nov 30, 2012, 11:41 AM IST

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Dispur assembly election results 2026: Pradyut Bordoloi wins for BJP, registers 49,667-vote lead

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 04, 2026, 17:04 (IST)

Assam assembly election results 2026: 10 key constituencies to watch out for

TIMESOFINDIA.COM / May 02, 2026, 16:40 (IST)

Assam recorded over 85% voter turnout in its recent elections, with exit polls projecting a third consecutive term for the BJP led by Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. The election saw intensified political exchanges between the ruling NDA and a divided opposition, with several key constituencies expected to witness closely fought contests.

Bottles flung, tempers flare: Hyderabad gig goes off-key for Arpit Bala; artiste later issues an apology

TNN / Mar 31, 2026, 13:44 (IST)

Singer Arpit Bala’s Hyderabad gig was disrupted after a bottle struck him mid-performance, sparking a confrontation and brief halt. He later apologised for reacting in anger, citing repeated incidents. While attendees condemned the misconduct, many felt his response escalated the situation, fuelling debate over fan behaviour and performers’ reactions.

Avitesh Shrivastava collaborates with Akon for independent songs

Feb 04, 2026, 13:52 (IST)

During his Mumbai concert, Akon honored the late Aadesh Shrivastava by calling his son Avitesh on stage, highlighting their deep connection. This moment confirmed their collaboration, with Avitesh revealing they've recorded three global independent songs together, blending Indian culture with Akon's music.

Full of wonderful people, Akon praises India

PTI / Feb 13, 2017, 14:53 (IST)

Singer-rapper Akon has praised India and its people for being wonderful.

Akon says he 'finalized the agreement' for his own city in Senegal

PTI / Jan 16, 2020, 17:05 (IST)

Grammy-winning singer Akon has announced that the paperwork has been signed to launch Akon City, a city named after him, in Senegal.

Akon to sing for Thaman?

TNN / May 06, 2012, 17:17 (IST)

The music director has approached Akon to sing for him

Lip smacking mehfil with Akon

TNN / Dec 07, 2010, 11:11 (IST)

Akon will perform in Pune for a private bash organised by a poultry baron.

STR predicts a rise in Akon's fan base

TNN / May 12, 2013, 18:18 (IST)

The actor says that he feels there is a rise in Akon's fan base

Akon’s zorb ball act thrills Mumbai

TNN / Nov 18, 2025, 13:07 (IST)

Zorb ball, Water Splashes and Chammak Challo... Akon’s Mumbai performance, which was the last concert of his India tour, delivered high-voltage moments.

Shah Rukh snubs Akon?

TNN / Apr 15, 2011, 17:09 (IST)

Khan pays no heed to Akon’s request to meet him

Akon on his friendship bond with SRK: Love him like a brother

etimes.in / Mar 05, 2024, 11:53 (IST)

Akon steals the show at the star-studded pre-wedding celebrations, praising SRK and their collaboration. They share a brotherly bond, creating an emotional moment. Global leaders, Bollywood celebrities, and sportspersons attend. SRK dances with his daughter and wife, while Salman Khan joins Akon in playing the drums.

Akon’s nostalgia-fuelled concert in Delhi

TNN / Nov 11, 2025, 11:02 (IST)

When Akon performed in Delhi on Sunday, it wasn’t just a concert – it was nostalgia.

Akon ARRESTED in Georgia on outstanding warrant; singer's mugshot goes viral

etimes.in / Nov 13, 2025, 00:53 (IST)

Singer Akon was arrested in Georgia on an outstanding warrant and his mugshot quickly went viral. The 52-year-old artist was taken into custody in DeKalb County on a warrant from Roswell, Fulton County, reportedly related to driving with a suspended license. He was released within six hours.

Akon to sing for NTR's Baadshah?

TNN / Jul 19, 2012, 11:25 (IST)

The makers of young tiger Jr NTR's Baadshah are leaving no stone unturned to rope in international pop icon Akon into the project.

Akon to team up with Sunidhi

TNN / Apr 12, 2011, 00:00 (IST)

A ready reckoner to the India tour of Aliaune Damala Bouga Time Puru Nacka Lu Lu Lu Badara Akon Thiam, also known as Akon

Akon rocks with SRK

TNN / Mar 13, 2010, 00:00 (IST)

International singer Akon shook a leg with the Bollywood Baadshah at SRK’s IPL bash.....

Akon building 'real-life Wakanda'

PTI / Jun 22, 2018, 11:50 (IST)

Grammy-winning singer Akon has shared his plans to build "real-life Wakanda" based around his cryptocurrency AKoin.

Akon and wife Tomeka Thiam in Delhi for India tour, look happy together despite divorce proceedings

etimes.in / Nov 10, 2025, 00:38 (IST)

Bollywood’s favourite international artist, Akon, is back in India! The global singer-rapper landed in Delhi on Saturday afternoon (November 9) ahead of his much-awaited concert, set to take place at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (JLN) today.

‘India, we love you’: Akon and his wife Tomeka Thiam interact with paps at Delhi airport amid their ongoing divorce drama

etimes.in / Nov 10, 2025, 08:11 (IST)

Senegalese-American singer Akon and his wife Tomeka arrived in India for his three-city tour, drawing attention amid ongoing divorce proceedings. The couple made a stylish appearance at the Delhi airport, sharing a warm interaction with the paparazzi. Akon expressed his excitement to return to India, a country he considers a second home.