After Abhijeet Sawant and Sandip Acharya, it is the turn of Prashant Tamang to revel in the limelight after winning the Indian Idol. He still cannot believe it though and thinks it is a dream. From his chowki to a recording studio — he recalls his journey from the ordinary to the extraordinary.
Q What was your life like as a constable in a chowki?
Nothing like this! The only thing in common between my life then, and my life now, is music. It has always been a part of my life. It has brought me here, and I am happy.
Q Did you ever imagine that one day you would be here?
Absolutely not. In fact, when I had come here to audition, I never imagined that I would win.
But it's the love and support of the audience that is precious to me. I am proud that I did not let down those who believed in me. Anybody can earn money, but I have earned both money and made a name for myself. I am excited about that.
Q What are your future plans?
The Kolkata Police Force, where I was working, want me to move forward. I want to work harder. I want to fulfil the expectations of those who have pinned their hopes on me. I want to be a singer.
Q How does your family feel?
They are very happy. My mother has always wanted to see me on television. When I won the title, I called her on stage, and paid my respects to her. That was my most memorable moment.
Q The previous winners of this title faded away after a few days of fame? Where do you think you are headed?
I understand that this contest is just a platform — an entry into the music industry. This is where we get noticed. The journey has just begun. How hard we work, depends entirely on us.
Q Three judges thought that Amit Paul deserved to be the winner. In fact, Javed Akhtar had once mentioned that you are not good enough to be on the show. How did it feel?
I do not think that Javed saab said that to belittle me. I always thought his criticism was constructive, that he made comments so that we could improve. He always saw where we were going wrong, and mentioned it. I am what I am today, because of his honesty and because of the judges."
Q What is your relationship with Amit?
We bonded well right from the beginning of the contest. both Amit and Abhishek became very close friends of mine. I was shocked when Abhishek was eliminated. I missed him a lot.
Q Are you planning to settle down in Mumbai, or will you go home?
I have not decided that as yet. Let's see what the future holds, and I will make that decision accordingly. Right now, I leave it to fate.
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