Rahul Deshpande

Singer, Actor

Indian Pune, Maharashtra, India

Quick Info

ProfessionSinger, Actor
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth10/10/1979
Age46 years
BirthplacePune, Maharashtra, India

Latest News about Rahul Deshpande

03/09/2025

Rahul Deshpande announced his legal divorce from his wife Neha Deshpande after 17 years of marriage. The couple said they would continue to co-parent their daughter Renuka amicably. Rahul also shared that they would maintain a respectful relationship after the separation.

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Bio/Wiki

IntroductionRahul Deshpande is a renowned Indian classical music singer and actor known for his contributions to Hindustani classical traditions, Marathi theatre, and contemporary music. He is the grandson of legendary natya sangeet vocalist Pandit Vasantrao Deshpande and has established himself as a prominent figure in the Marathi entertainment industry.

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.
Divorce Date09/2024

Family

SiblingsSister - Deepti
SpouseNeha Deshpande (2008-2024)
ChildrenDaughter - Renuka Deshpande
GrandfatherPandit Vasantrao 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
  • 2025: Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar for Best Playback Singer-Male for Amaltash
Musical TrainingTrained under maestros including Pandit Gangadharbuva Pimpalkhare, Dr. Madhusudhan Patwardhan, Smt. Ushatai Chipalkatti, Pandit Mukul Shivputra, and learned tabla from Pandit Suresh Samant. Also studied under classical musician Kumar Gandharva.
Theatre WorkNotable stage performances include Katyar Kaljat Ghusali, Sangeet Sanshaykallol, and Sangeet Manapmaan.
TelevisionAppeared as a judge on reality shows Sa Re Ga Ma Pa – Little Champs (2010) on Zee Marathi and Sangeet Samrat Parva 2 on Zee Yuva.

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Rahul started learning music at a young age under the guidance of classical musician Kumar Gandharva.
2. He received music training from several prestigious musicians including Pandit Gangadharbuva Pimpalkhare and Dr. Madhusudhan Patwardhan.
3. He is well-versed in various music styles such as Khayal, Ghazal, and Bhajan.
4. Rahul has judged popular singing reality shows like 'Sa Re Ga Ma Pa – Little Champs'.
5. He revived the musical play 'Katyar Kaljat Ghusali', originally featuring his grandfather.
6. Annually, he organizes 'Vasantotsav' in memory of his grandfather, a celebrated classical vocalist.
7. He performs regularly at notable music festivals, showcasing his versatile singing talent.
8. In 2022, he portrayed his grandfather in the film 'Me Vasantrao' and composed the music for it.
9. Rahul enjoys traveling to different destinations in his leisure time.
10. He has worked as a playback singer for Bollywood films.
11. He has a YouTube channel with over 650,000 subscribers featuring his performances, music videos, and personal content.
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