Deepak Thakur, a renowned Indian singer and YouTuber, rose to fame with his captivating voice. His journey from small-town performances to Bollywood and reality TV is truly inspiring. Let’s delve into the details of his life, career, and achievements.

Biography/Wiki

Born on March 24, 1994, Deepak Thakur, also known as Kanhaiya, discovered his passion for singing at a young age. His family’s support led them to relocate from Athar village to Muzaffarpur, furthering his musical pursuits. He honed his skills by performing at weddings and local events before gaining wider recognition.

He also actively manages his YouTube channel, DEEPAK THAKUR, showcasing his talent with Hindi, Punjabi, and Bhojpuri songs. This online platform has significantly expanded his reach and fanbase.

Physical Appearance

Deepak Thakur stands at 5’8″ and weighs approximately 60 kg. He is recognized for his dark brown eyes and black hair.

Family & Girlfriend

Hailing from Athar Village, Buxar District, Bihar, India, Deepak comes from a middle-class Hindu family with agricultural roots. His father, Pankaj Thakur, is a farmer, and his mother is a homemaker. He has a brother, Saket Thakur, and two sisters, Jyoti Thakur and Deepika Thakur.

Currently unmarried, Deepak’s girlfriend, Urvashi Vani, accompanied him as a contestant on Bigg Boss 12 in September 2018.

Career

Deepak’s educational background includes schooling at Oxford Public School and Pristine Children’s High School, both in Muzaffarpur, Bihar. He later pursued a BBA at Lalit Narayan Mishra College of Business Management, Muzaffarpur. Although he initially started an MBA, he later decided to discontinue his studies to focus on his burgeoning music career.

His career took a significant turn in 2012 when music director Sneha Khanwalkar selected him to sing “Humni Ke Chhodi Ke” for Gangs of Wasseypur – Part 1. This breakthrough led to further opportunities in Bollywood, including songs like “Moora-Morning” (Gangs of Wasseypur – Part 2) and “Adhura Main” (Mukkabaaz).

His participation in Bigg Boss 12 in 2018, alongside Urvashi Vani, further solidified his public profile. He achieved the position of second runner-up, winning ?20 lakh.

Favourite Things

Here are some of Deepak’s preferences:

• Favourite Actor: Akshay Kumar
• Favourite Director: Anurag Kashyap
• Favourite Singers: Shreya Ghoshal and Adnan Sami
• Favourite Cricketers: Virat Kohli and Virendra Sehwag
• Favourite Colour: Black

Facts

Deepak’s hobbies include singing, reading, and writing. He is also a passionate dog lover.

Educational Background