21st Nov, ’07 New Delhi: After a mesmeric and a memorable victory at Indian Idol 3; Prashant Tamang is all geared up to rock the nation once again with his soulful voice and a pleasant smile. India’s new rising star, Prashant Tamang, was in New Delhi today for a short promotional visit after launching his first album “Dhanyavad” with an exhilarating live concert in Gangtok on 5th November. In Gangtok, the honorable Chief Minister of Sikkim, Dr. Pawan Chamling, had unveiled Prahant’s first album amidst huge pomposity and cheering from his fans. The launch saw the talented performer sing a few songs from his new album to a huge crowd that grooved to his enchanting tunes.
Over 100000 fans had attended his launch concert in Gangtok.
Prashant Tamang’s title track “Zindagi Pehle Kabhi” already has the audience roaring with applause. The album also highlights the popular track of his winning performance at Indian Idol 3. Prashant’s first music video release for the track “Zindagi Pehle Kabhi” is on air.
Prashant Tamang
The young 22-year-old Indian Idol hails from Darjeeling and has worked with Kolkata Police before winning Indian Idol 3 title. He is the first contestant of Indian Nepalese origin & the Indian Police force to make it to win Indian Idol. Prashant joined the force in 2002 and was a part of the police band in Kolkata Police. His hardwork and passion for music has taken Prashant to new heights. On the launch of the album, Prashant said, “This album is an amalgamation of emotions and hard work. I credit this to my fans all across India, the police of West Bengal and Sikkim who gave me tremendous support”.
Says Shridhar Subramanian, Managing Director SONY BMG – India & Thailand, “At SONY BMG we have always nurtured and developed new talent. Prashant’s talent as a singer is definitely here to enthrall his listeners. We wish him all the best for an exceptional career ahead”.
Prashant’s claim to fame began with winning the nation’s favourite show Indian Idol 3. He auditioned for Indian Idol when his senior Mr. Zulfiqar Hasan, special additional Commissioner of police advised him to participate in the competition. Prashant with his new album is truly a promising youth icon on the Indian musical front. With passion for music coupled with the talent and enthusiasm, Prashant’s “Dhanyavad” is definitely one musical experience that will capture your mind and hearts.
Prashant Tamang, a 22 year old, from Tungsung village in Darjeeling and working with Kolkata Police is the first contestant of Indian Nepalese origin & the Indian police force to make it to the final rounds of Indian Idol and win it. In Kolkata Police, he sang for the police orchestra.
Prashant tried out for Indian Idol because his friends and his seniors especially Mr. Zulfiqar Hasan, special additional commissioner of Police (who incidentally also got Prashant’s leave sanctioned for the competition) told him that his voice is very good. He auditioned in Kolkata and is considered to be a decent singer.
Prashant Tamang
His family includes grandmother, mother and his sister. He took some time away from Kolkata Police to participate in Indian Idol. He lost his father when he was studying in class 10 in the year 2001. So, he had left school to join Calcutta Police where he has been working for the last 5 years. He used to sing from the time he joined class 5 and used to come 1st or 2nd every time in inter-class singing competitions. After his father Madan Tamang died in an accident, Prashant, then just a teenager, was offered a job by the police force for which his father worked. He joined the force in 2002 and found an outlet for his singing dreams by joining the police band. Currently, Prashant is stationed in Kolkata.
Though he has had no formal trainings in music, his great passion for music and hardship helped him to secure the position in the top ten finalists of Indian Idol 3. The police of Darjeeling, hill districts of West Bengal like Kalimpong, Kurseong, Sunandha, Ghum and neighbouring states of Sikkim gave him tremendous support.
He had become the new icon for the Nepalese diaspora with Indian viewers of Nepalese origin whipping up a campaign to boost his chances.
– Sony BMG
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