Quick Info
| Profession | Singer, Songwriter, Musician |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 03/03/1993 |
| Age | 33 years |
| Birthplace | Jaipur, Rajasthan |
Latest News about Prateek Kuhad
23/05/2026
Prateek Kuhad released his second single 'If I Cannot Be Yours' from the upcoming album 'Full Moon Chamber' on May 23, 2026. This track serves as the second offering from the 14-song collection ahead of the album's July 10 release date.
15/05/2026
Prateek Kuhad released his new single 'Blush' along with an official music video on May 15, 2026, as the first preview of his upcoming third full-length studio album 'Full Moon Chamber'. The song captures the feeling of infatuation when meeting someone and falling hard, and the album is scheduled for release on July 10, 2026, via Atlantic Records.
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Bio/Wiki
| Prateek Kuhad is an Indian singer-songwriter hailed by Rolling Stone India as one of the country's leading singer-songwriters. He is known for his minimal blend of pop rock and folk indie music, with deeply relatable lyrics in both English and Hindi. His international breakthrough came in 2019 when his single 'cold/mess' was featured on former President Barack Obama's year-end list of favorite songs, alongside major mainstream artists. |
Physical Stats & More
| Eye Color | Black |
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| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Maharaja Sawai Man Singh Vidyalaya, Jaipur |
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| College/University | New York University's College of Arts & Science |
| Educational Qualification | Double Major in Mathematics and Economics |
Personal Life
| Hobbies | Doing Photography, Writing, Reading Poems and Novels |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Paras Kuhad (former Additional Solicitor General of India) |
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| Mother | Name |
| Siblings | 2 sisters |
Career
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Favourites
| Author | Haruki Murakami |
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| Poem | Do not go gentle into that good night by Dylan Thomas |
Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/prateekkuhad/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/prateekkuhadmusic/ | |
| https://twitter.com/prateekkuhad | |
| YouTube | https://www.youtube.com/@prateekkuhad |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Prateek Kuhad's musical upbringing included listening to Bollywood songs on TV and radio. | |
| 2. His parents' favorite musicians, such as Harry Belafonte and Cliff Richards, served as his inspiration. | |
| 3. At 16 years old, he embarked on learning how to play the guitar. | |
| 4. While studying in New York, he was exposed to the music of American singer-songwriter Elliott Smith. | |
| 5. After a stint as an Economic Consultant in New York, he returned to India in 2013 to pursue a music career. | |
| 6. Kuhad is known for performing songs in both Hindi and English. | |
| 7. He has showcased his musical talent on world tours across India and internationally. | |
| 8. The artist has been featured on the cover of notable magazines like GQ and Hindustan Times Brunch. | |
| 9. Former President Barack Obama listed his album "Cold/Mess" as one of his favorite music releases of 2019. | |
| 10. Kuhad has an affection for dogs and is the proud owner of two pet dogs. | |
| 11. In addition to the guitar, he is skilled at playing the piano. | |
| 12. He had an unsuccessful attempt at guitar lessons as a youngster but later enrolled in a guitar class in high school. | |
| 13. The internet did not arrive in Jaipur until the late 1990s, limiting his early exposure to Western music. | |
| 14. He became one of Spotify India's most-streamed artists when the service launched in India. | |
| 15. His 2019 breakout year in North America included a starmaking performance at SXSW and a cross-country headline run that culminated with three sold-out shows in New York City. | |
| 16. His debut album 'In Tokens & Charms' earned an MTV Europe Music Award and Indie Album of the Year honors from iTunes. |