26 October 2010

‘Gorkha Paltan’ ready for theaters


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KATHMANDU, Oct 26: “Gorkha Paltan”, starring Indian Idol season three winner, Prashant Tamang, is going to be screened in theatres all around Nepal
from November 5, Friday. This was announced Monday at a press meet held at Indreni Complex, New Baneshwor.

“The film is based on the lifestyle and culture of the Gurkha soldiers who join foreign armies,” informed Narayan Rayamajhi, director-cum- musician of the film, adding, “It is also about family separation.”



Singer -turned-actor, Prashant Tamang, said some elements of the film bears a striking similarity to his own life experiences.

“I felt quite uncomfortable about the theme of the film; however, later, I was impressed by it,” he added.

“The storyline of the film is rooted in Nepal and showcases the lifestyle of Gurkhas,” stated producer, Rajesh Banshal.

While actor Tamang referred to the music of the film as being captivating, he has lent his voice to most of the songs in the film.

pic: gorkha paltan site

25 October 2010

Prashant Tamang, to be or not to be – an Actor / or what else to be… I cannot sing

 from THE HIMALAYAN BEACON (BEACON ONLINE)

Prashant Tamang, Darjeeling´s very own Indian Idol and celebrity is now on a role, yes role, literally, he is hoping to land some roles in the Bollywood. He did of course act in a couple of Nepali films shot in Darjeeling hills, Sikkim and Nepal. The most recent one being Gorkha Paltan which is yet to evoke any enthusiasm in Kathmandu. Of course, back home in Darjeeling people are still trying to sink in to the belief that the questionable singer voted to the throne of Indian Idol by Gorkhas all over the planet wants to now become an actor. The verdict is unanimous, he will probably stink as he did singing, even if he does land a role in Bollywood; hopfully in his eagerness to accept a role he will not irrevocably damage the image of the Gorkhas as he did in the Indian Idol when he accepted to wear the custom of a Chowkidar, when he could have so easily said no.
Good luck Prashant, we are all behind you, however, do remember people including toddlers skipped their meals to vote for you… you are supposed to be our face in India and beyond.