Prashant Tamang Height, Age, Wife, Children, Family, Biography
Prashant Tamang Height, Age, Wife, Children, Family, Biography
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Age: 42 Years
Hometown: Darjeeling, West Bengal
Wife: Martha Aley Aka Gita Thapa
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| Bio/Wiki | |
|---|---|
| Other Name | Arpan Tamang |
| Profession(s) | Singer, Actor, Police Constable |
| Known For | Being the winner of Indian Idol Season 3 (2007) |
| Physical Stats | |
| Height (approx.) | 5' 8" (173 cm) |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
| Career | |
| Debut | TV: Indian Idol 3 (2007)  Film (Nepali): Gorkha Paltan (2010) as Nirma  |
| Personal Life | |
| Date of Birth | 4 January 1983 (Tuesday) |
| Age (as of 2025) | 42 Years |
| Birthplace | Tungsung Village, Darjeeling, West Bengal |
| Zodiac sign | Capricorn |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Darjeeling, West Bengal |
| School | St. Robert's School, Darjeeling |
| Religion | Buddhism |
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
| Tattoo | On his right hand: Ama with heartbeat  |
| Social Media | • Instagram • Facebook • YouTube |
| Relationships & More | |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Affairs/Girlfriends | Martha Aley aka Gita Thapa (flight attendant) |
| Marriage Date | 18 February 2010 |
| Family | |
| Wife/Spouse | Martha Aley aka Gita Thapa  |
| Children | Daughter- Aria Tamang  |
| Parents | Father- Madan Tamang (deceased in 1992; sepoy in Kolkata Police) Mother- Rupa aka Indira Tamang (deceased)  |
| Siblings | Sister- Archana Tamang (elder)  |
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| Footballer | Antony |
| Sport | Football |
| Style Quotient | |
| Car Collection | Maruti SX4 ZXI BS III  |
| Bike Collection | 2020 Yamaha YZF-R6  |
Some Lesser Known Facts About Prashant Tamang
Prashant Tamang grew up in Tungsung Village, Darjeeling.
Prashant Tamang’s childhood picture
Since childhood, he loves to play football.
Prashant Tamang during a football match
At the age of 10, his father passed away. His family faced various financial difficulties after his father’s demise. His mother then started a small daily needs shop to meet the financial expenses.
Prashant Tamang during his school days
When he turned 18, he took up his father’s job in Kolkata Police. While he was posted there, he joined the orchestra of the Kolkata Police.
Prashant Tamang- Police Constable
Prashant did not have any formal training in singing.
His senior Zulfiqar Hasan (Special ACP) in Kolkata Police Station supported him to participate in the singing reality TV show Indian Idol 3 (2007). He finished as the winner of the show. On winning, he won Rs 1 crore and a Maruti Suzuki SX4 car.
Prashant Tamang on winning Indian Idol
A few days later, on Red FM Delhi, during a live broadcast, an RJ said that “shopkeepers will now have to make their own security arrangements as Gorkhas have taken to singing” hinting towards Tamang. The Gorkhas got furious over the comment and protested at various places. They demanded that the RJ should be fired from the radio station. Later, the radio channel made a public apology on behalf of the RJ.
After winning Indian Idol, he released a few Nepali music albums like Dhanyavad (2007), Namaste (2016), and Dhadkan Bhitra (2024).
Namaste
In 2007, he made a guest appearance in the Hindi TV series Amber Dhara.
He has acted in various Nepali films like Angalo Yo Maya Ko (2011), Kina Maya Ma (2011), Nishani (2014), Ye Maya Hanaima (2018), and Pardeshi 2 (2023).
Pardeshi 2
In 2020, his role as Daniel Lacho in the Hindi web series Paatal Lok 2 gained immense popularity.
Prashant Tamang in a still from Paatal Lok Season 2
Some of his Nepali singles are Aago Piyara (2022), Lahureko Karma Salaijo (2023), Kura Khatti Ho (2025), and Bichodako Karautile (2025).
Bichodako Karautile
He is an avid animal lover and owns a few pet dogs.
Prashant Tamang with his pet dogs
Prashant is well-versed in playing various musical instruments like guitar and drums.
Prashant Tamang playing a guitar
He has performed in various live concerts and stage shows.
Prashant Tamang in live concertÂ
In his leisure time, he enjoys travelling and playing snooker.
Prashant Tamang during his vacation
He is often spotted consuming alcohol at parties and events.
Prashant Tamang holding a bottle of Soju
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