Pelageya Khanova, born on 14 July 1986 in Novosibirsk, is a singer specializing in folk rock and Russian folk songs. She began her musical education at age 8 and won the title "Best Performer of Folk Songs" in a TV competition at 9. In 2000, she founded the band Pelageya, which released the albums Devushkiny Pesni (2007) and Tropi (2010). She has also served as a mentor on the television shows The Voice and The Voice. Kids.
Pelageya was awarded the title of Honoured Artist of the Russian Federation in 2020. Her personal life includes marriages to Dmitry Efimovich (2010–2012) and Ivan Telegin (2016–2019), with whom she has a daughter named Taisia. She maintains an active presence on social media platforms such as Instagram, VK, and Telegram, blending traditional folk motifs with contemporary music styles.
