Falguni Pathak Age, Boyfriend, Husband, Family, Biography & More

Bio/Wiki
Nickname Queen of Dandiya
Profession(s) Singer, Music Composer
Physical Stats & More
Height (approx.) in centimeters– 160 cm
in meters– 1.60 m
in feet inches– 5’ 3”
Weight (approx.) in kilograms– 75 kg
in pounds– 165 lbs
Eye Colour Dark Brown
Hair Colour Black
Career
Debut Bollywood Singer: “Kya Mil Gayi Dusri” from the film Aandhiyan (1990)

Album: Yaad Piya Ki Aane Lagi (1998)
Awards 2000– Won the ‘International Viewer’s Choice Award for MTV India’ for her Pop song “Maine Payal Hai Chhankai”
2017– Dadasaheb Phalke Excellence Award
Personal Life
Date of Birth 12 March 1969
Age (as of 2022) 53 Years
Birthplace Mumbai, Maharashtra, India [1]HT Times
Zodiac sign Pisces
Signature/Autograph
Nationality Indian
Hometown Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
School Not Known
College/University Smt. M.M.K. College of Commerce & Economics, Mumbai [2]The Hindu
Educational Qualification B.Com. (Bachelor of Commerce) [3]The Hindu
Religion Hinduism
Caste Brahmin
Food Habit Vegetarian
Address 501, Shilpa Building, West Avenue Road, Santacruz West, Mumbai – 400054 [4]Just Dial
Hobbies Travelling, Going On Long Drives
Controversies • In 2010, during the Navratri celebration in Ankleshwar, Gujarat, the localites accused Falguni Pathak and actress Shefali Jariwala for using double meaning words and doing obscene gestures during their performances.

• In September 2022, Neha Kakkar was heavily trolled on social media after she released the track O Sajna, a remake of Falguni Pathak’s 1999 hit song ‘Maine Payal Hai Chhankai.’ Falguni Pathak shared many screenshots of her fans criticizing Kakkar for the remake on her Instagram stories. [5]NDTV

Relationships & More
Marital Status Unmarried
Affairs/Boyfriends Not Known
Family
Husband/Spouse N/A
Parents Father– Name Not Known
Mother– Name Not Known
Siblings Brother– None
Sisters– 4
Favourites
Food Dal Dhokla, Pasta, Pizza, Pani Puri, Sev Puri, Dosa
Beverage Chamomile Tea
Favourite Singer/Musician(s) Asha Bhosle, Kishore Kumar, R. D. Burman, Shankar Mahadevan, Usha Uthup, Shubha Mudgal, Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, Michael Jackson, Boyzone, [6]The Hindu Diwaliben Bhil, Divya Kumar, Parthiv Gohil
Dress Chinos paired with a loose-fitting T-shirt and a black waistcoat
Restaurant(s) Ram Ashraya, Elco Resturant, Puranmal, Vile Parle in Mumbai
Style Quotient
Car Collection Mercedes-Benz
Money Factor
Salary (approx.) Rs. 20-25 lakhs/show

Some Lesser Known Facts About Falguni Pathak

  • Falguni Pathak does not smoke.
  • Falguni Pathak does not consume alcohol.
  • Falguni’s birth occurred in a Gujarati family residing in Khar. Prior to her arrival, the family had already welcomed four daughters.
  • Falguni’s tomboyish appearance may be attributed to her family, given that her parents were anticipating the arrival of a boy when she was born.
  • During her childhood, she had a fondness for listening to the radio which eventually sparked her passion for singing. At just 9 years old, she made her debut on stage at the INS Udaigiri Ship during India’s Independence Day celebration. Her performance included a rendition of “Laila O Laila” from the movie ‘Qurbani’ (1980). This information was reported by The Hindu.
  • Upon discovering her stage performances, her father berated and resorted to physical discipline.
  • was raised in a Gujarati household, where she was exposed to the melodious tunes of ‘Garba’ songs. Her passion for this genre was nurtured by her mother, who imparted the knowledge of Garba folk songs to her. As she grew older, Falguni began showcasing her singing talent as a chorus singer during the Navratri festivities. Additionally, during her youthful days, she also explored her interest in radio and music. [8]
  • Falguni Pathak established the stage band ‘Ta-Thaiya’ in 1994, which showcases their performances in India as well as internationally.
  • At first, PolyGram, a production company, had the intention of having her debut with a ‘Dandiya’ album. However, their plans changed and they ultimately opted for a pop album in order to appeal to a wider audience across India.
  • She achieved fame in 1998 when her debut album ‘Yaad Piya Ki Aane Lagi’ was released under Universal Music.

  • taught her vocal music for a duration of 5 years, providing her with formal training.
  • In the year 2002, she ventured into the field of costume designing and made notable contributions to films such as Dil Vil Pyar Vyar and Dil Hai Tumhaara.
  • is the source of inspiration and empowerment for her, as per her statement.
  • Although she holds the title of the “Queen of Dandiya,” she never dresses in a “Ghagra Choli” costume.
  • For Navratri in 2014, Mangal Entertainment and 3rd Rock Multimedia signed her for a whopping ₹1.6 crores.
  • Some of the TV shows she has appeared in include Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, Kaun Banega Crorepati, Star Dandiya Dhoom, and Comedy Nights With Kapil.

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