Vaishali Mhade is a renowned Indian singer, celebrated for her talent and captivating performances. Her journey from a small town to the heights of the Indian music industry is truly inspiring.
Wiki/Biography
Vaishali Mhade was born on August 21, 1984 (age 39 as of 2023), in Hinganghat, Wardha, Maharashtra, India. She hails from humble beginnings, belonging to a modest family. Her early education was at Shri Shivaji High School, Khartalegao, Bhatkuli, Maharashtra. She later pursued higher education at the University of Mumbai. Her passion for singing blossomed in her childhood; she recalls frequently singing “Main Hoon Khushrang Henna” from the 1991 film Henna. Her zodiac sign is Leo.
Physical Appearance
- Height (approx.): 170 cm or 5’7″
- Weight (approx.): 65 kg or 143 lbs
- Figure Measurement (approx.): 36-28-36
- Eye Colour: Black
- Hair Colour: Black
Family
While details about her parents remain private, she has two brothers, including Shreyas. She’s happily married to Anant Mhade and they share a daughter together.
Career
Vaishali’s career highlights include winning the Marathi version of Sa Re Ga Ma Pa in 2008, followed by victory in Zee TV’s Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Challenge the next year. Her Sa Re Ga Ma Pa win brought her a lucrative Rs. 50-lakh music contract with Zee TV, along with a Hyundai i10 car and an LCD TV. She also triumphed in Himesh Reshammiya’s “Jai Mata Di Let’s Rock Gharana.” Her accomplishments extend to singing the title song for the popular Marathi TV serial, ‘Kulvadhu,’ and collaborating with renowned Marathi music composer Shridhar Phadke on his album, ‘Sangeet Manmohee Re.’ She made her Bollywood debut with the song “Hum Tum” alongside Himesh Reshammiya. Beyond these achievements, she continued to showcase her versatility and talent in various other projects.
Favourite Things
- Actor: Salman Khan
- Actress: Madhuri Dixit
- Singer(s): Shreya Ghosal, Udit Narayan
Facts
Vaishali received a Mirchi Music Awards nomination for Female Vocalist of the Year for her contribution to the song “Pinga” from the movie Bajirao Mastani (shared with Shreya Ghoshal). She also lent her voice to “Ghar More Pardesiya” in the movie Kalank (2019). She participated in the Marathi singing reality show, ‘Sur Nava Dhyas Nava,’ before temporarily leaving to pursue her M.Phil and PhD studies. Her hobbies include listening to music and watching movies. She reportedly follows Buddhism and was a contestant on Bigg Boss Marathi season 2 in 2019.
Awards and Recognition
Here’s a table summarizing some of Vaishali’s notable awards and recognitions:
Award | Year | Category | Result |
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Sa Re Ga Ma Pa (Marathi) | 2008 | Winner | Won |
Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Challenge (Zee TV) | 2009 | Winner | Won |
Mirchi Music Awards | (Year Unspecified) | Female Vocalist of the Year (“Pinga”) | Nominated |
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