Rahul Deshpande Age, Wiki and Bio

Rahul Deshpande

Quick Info

ProfessionSinger, Actor
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth10/10/1979
Age45 years
BirthplacePune, Maharashtra, India

Bio/Wiki

IntroductionRahul Deshpande is a renowned singer and actor known for his contributions to classical and contemporary music in India.

Physical Stats & More

Eye ColorBlack
Hair ColorSalt & Pepper

Educational Qualification(s)

SchoolKarnatak High School, Pune

Personal Life

Marital StatusDivorced
ReligionHinduism
Food HabitNon-vegetarian

Relationships & More

Marriage Date22/11/2008
Ex-SpouseNeha Deshpande
Co-parentingHe co-parents his daughter, Renuka, with his ex-wife.

Family

SiblingsSister - Deepti
SpouseNeha Deshpande (2008-2024)
ChildrenDaughter - Renuka Deshpande

Career

Debut
SongRavi Mi
FilmBalgandharva
Year2011
Awards and Achievements
  • Rasikagrani Dattopant Deshpande Award at the Sawai Gandharva Music Festival.
  • 2012: Master Dinanath Mangeshkar Award from Lata Mangeshkar
  • Kothrud Bhushan Award by Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis
  • Sudhir Phadke Award for outstanding achievements at a young age
  • 2016: Special Jury Award for Best Singer at Zee Chitr Gaurav
  • 2022: National Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer for Me Vasantrao
  • 2022: Fakt Marathi Cine Sanman for Best Music Director for the song 'Punav Raticha' from Me Vasantrao
  • 2022: Pravah Picture Award for Best Male Playback Singer for 'Khal Khal Goda' from Godavari
  • 2023: Mata Sanman for Best Male Playback Singer for Me Vasantrao
  • 2023: Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar for Best Male Playback Singer for 'Khal Khal Goda' from Godavari
  • 2023: Filmfare Award Marathi for Best Male Playback Singer for 'Kaivalyagaan' from Me Vasantrao
  • 2023: Sakal Premier Award for Best Music Direction for Me Vasantrao
  • 2023: Navarashtra Planet Marathi Film & OTT Award for Best Male Playback Singer for 'Kaivalyagaan' from Me Vasantrao
  • 2024: Maharashtra State Film Award for Best Actor for Me Vasantrao
  • 2024: Maharashtra State Film Award for Best Music Director for 'Vitthala Darshan Deun Jaa' from Me Vasantrao
  • 2024: Maharashtra State Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer for 'Vitthala Darshan Deun Jaa' from Me Vasantrao
  • 2024: Maharashtra State Film Award for Best Male Playback Singer for 'Khal Khal Goda' from Godavari
  • 2025: Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar for Best Playback Singer-Male for Amaltash

Some Lesser Known Facts

Rahul started learning music at a young age under the guidance of classical musician Kumar Gandharva.
He received music training from several prestigious musicians including Pandit Gangadharbuva Pimpalkhare and Dr. Madhusudhan Patwardhan.
He is well-versed in various music styles such as Khayal, Ghazal, and Bhajan.
Rahul has judged popular singing reality shows like 'Sa Re Ga Ma Pa – Little Champs'.
He revived the musical play 'Katyar Kaljat Ghusali', originally featuring his grandfather.
Annually, he organizes 'Vasantotsav' in memory of his grandfather, a celebrated classical vocalist.
He performs regularly at notable music festivals, showcasing his versatile singing talent.
In 2022, he portrayed his grandfather in the film 'Me Vasantrao' and composed the music for it.
Rahul enjoys traveling to different destinations in his leisure time.