Vandana Vishwas Age, Height, Family, Career, Net Worth, Lifestyle & Facts

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Other name: Vandana Tripathi (before marriage)

Profession(s): Singer, Composer, Architect

Date of Birth: 17 July 1970 (Friday)

Age (as of 2023): 53 Years

Birthplace: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

Zodiac sign: Cancer

Nationality: Canadian

Hometown: Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Religion: Hinduism

Food Habit: Non-vegetarian

Marriage Date: 12 October 1994

Age: 53 Years

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EDUCATION

School: Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya Mandal (ABGMM) of Miraj, Maharashtra, India

College/University: • Akhil Bharatiya Gandharva Mahavidyalaya Mandal (ABGMM) of Miraj, Maharashtra, India • National Institute of Technology, Raipur (1987-1992)

Educational Qualification(s): • Sangeet Virashad (bachelor’s degree) in Indian Classical music form ABGMM (1986) • B. Arch at the National Institute of Technology, Raipur (1992)

PHYSICAL STATISTICS

Height (approx.): 5′ 4″ (163 cm)

Eye Colour: Black

Hair Colour: Black

FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS

Marital Status: Married

Affairs/Boyfriends: Vishwas Thoke

Husband/Spouse: Vishwas Thoke (architect, music producer)

Parents: Father – Krishna Tripathi Mother – Madhuri Tripathi

Siblings: Brother – Nitin Tripathi

Husband: Vishwas Thoke

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Debut: Album: ‘Meera – The Lover… (2009)

Awards, Honours, Achievements: • Toronto Best World CD for Cover of Vandana’s debut album, ‘Meera – The Lover…’ (2010) • Marty Award for Established Performing Arts by Mississauga Arts Council, Ontario, Canada (2012) • Vox-Pop for Best Traditional World Song for the song “Badara Re” by U.S. Independent Music Awards (2011) • Listed rank No. 1 on Reverbnation World charts for Canada (2014) • Woman Hero Award for Performing Arts by ICACI (Indo-Canadian Arts & Culture Initiative (2015) • Best World Music award by Toronto Independent Music Awards for album ‘Parallels’ (2016) • Silver medal by Global Music Awards in Best World Music and Female Vocalist for flamenco-based song ‘Mai Beqaid’ (2016) • Akademia Awards in Best World Beat Album (for ‘Parallel’) & Best World Music Video (for ‘Mai Beqaid’) (2017) • Harit Paryay National Magazine’s ‘Narayani Sushma Swaraj National Women’s Award’ (2024)

MONEY FACTOR

Coffeehouse: Tim Hortons

OTHER INFORMATION

Hobbies: Reading, Travelling, Solving Sudoku

Cuisine(s): Indian and Ethiopian Cuisines

Snacks: Indian snacks like Kachori, Panipuri, and Tikki

Hard Drink: Homemade Wine

Singer(s): Lata Mangeshkar , Jagjit Singh

Place to Visit: Niagara Falls, Canada

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INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Vandana Vishwas’s journey is a testament to resilience and talent, beginning with a challenging start in life. Just two days after her birth in Korba, Chhattisgarh, a nurse inadvertently injected an unsterilized syringe into her left hip, leading to a septic infection. This unfortunate event resulted in chronic pain and partial immobility in her left leg due to septic arthritis, a battle she continues to face every day. Despite these physical challenges, Vandana’s spirit shone bright from a young age. Endowed with a remarkable voice, she captivated those around her, easily singing complex melodies by the tender age of four.

At the age of five, Vandana embarked on her musical journey, learning from esteemed teachers Pandit Parashuram Sharma and Mrs. Vimla Soni. Her early exposure to music was further enriched by performing bhajans with her brother during the Janmashtami festival, fostering a deep connection with her cultural roots. However, her path was not without obstacles; at eight years old, she faced serious tonsillitis that jeopardized her vocal cords, forcing her to refrain from singing for four long years while undergoing homeopathic treatment. Yet, even during this hiatus, her passion for music did not wane, as she actively participated in and won numerous local and regional singing competitions throughout her school years.

Vandana’s dedication to music culminated in her receiving the Sangeet Virashad degree from ABGMM Institute at the tender age of 16, an exceptional achievement considering her youth. While pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, she worked as a part-time singer at All India Radio, where her talent caught the attention of Ustaad Ahmed and Mohammed Hussain, both of whom became influential mentors in her journey into ghazal singing. Shortly after completing her degree in 1993, she was invited to perform on national television by Doordarshan, marking a significant milestone in her career. While at All India Radio, she collaborated with composer Mr. D.K. Gandhe, who played a crucial role as her mentor, further shaping her musical style.

Vandana’s career took numerous interesting turns as she initially chose to work as an architect in Dubai. However, her passion for music remained ever-present, inspiring her to blend Indian classical elements with various global musical genres, including Rock, Pop, Flamenco, and even Country. This eclectic style has allowed her to sing in multiple languages, including Hindi, Urdu, Marathi, Punjabi, and Tamil, captivating audiences far and wide. In partnership with her husband, a fellow architecture student who co-produces her music, she created her debut album, “Meera – The Lover…”, which draws inspiration from the beloved 16th-century poet Meera. This album, along with subsequent works such as “Monologues” and “Parallels,” showcases her unique fusion of sound and storytelling.

Vandana has made a name for herself as a live performer since 2009, gracing stages at prestigious events like the Latin-Afro-South Asian Cultural Concert and the Canadian National Exhibition. Her powerful voice has often drawn comparisons to the legendary Lata Mangeshkar and Asha Bhosle, showcasing her remarkable talent as an independent artist. Beyond her musical pursuits, she actively participates in social causes, using her art to raise funds for victims of natural disasters and human tragedies. Additionally, Vandana has taken on the role of teacher and principal at “Vandana’s School of Indian Music” in Mississauga, Canada, since 2007. Her love for nature and travel is well-documented on social media, where she shares snapshots of her culinary adventures and experiences, reflecting her passion for exploring the world around her. Vandana Vishwas continues to inspire and uplift through her music, embodying the spirit of a true artist who transcends boundaries and embraces life’s beautiful complexities.

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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.