Who Is Monali Thakur? Age, Biography and Wiki
Monali Thakur, born on November 3, 1985, is a prominent figure in the Indian music industry and has also made her mark in acting. Having gained fame as a playback singer, her unique voice and versatile singing style have won the hearts of millions. With a successful career spanning over a decade, Monali's contributions to Hindi cinema and Indian music are commendable. As of 2025, Monali is 39 years old.
| Occupation | Musicians |
|---|---|
| Date of Birth | November 3, 1985 |
| Age | 39 Years |
| Birth Place | Calcutta (now Kolkata), West Bengal, India |
| Horoscope | Scorpio |
| Country | India |
Popularity
Monali Thakur's Popularity over time
Height, Weight & Measurements
Monali Thakur stands at approximately 5 feet 5 inches tall (165 cm) and weighs around 53 kg (117 lbs). Her body measurements are estimated to be 34-26-34 inches, giving her an attractive physique that complements her stunning on-stage presence.
Her next releases that year were 'Hip Hop Pammi' from Ramaiya Vastavaiya sung with Mika Singh, 'Muh Meetha Kara De' from Rabba Main Kya Karoon, 'Laila' from Nasha. Also, she sang the title track of I Don't Luv U along with Neuman Pinto, the singer's voice was praised, though the song was not.
'Raghupati Raghav' from Krrish 3 was her next release, co-sung with Neeraj Shridhar and composed by Rajesh Roshan, the song received praise where singers were applauded for their energetic vocals.
Her The following releases that year were 2 tracks from the movie I, Me Aur Main, 'Darbadar' in which she collaborated again with Sachin–Jigar and 'Meri Jaaniye' performed alongside Shaan. while the former, a classical touch song, the latter is a romantic number with a western touch.
Both of them were well appreciated by critics where, Suparna Thombare of 'Bollywood Life' stated about 'Darbadar' that "The ektara, clap sounds and Monali Thakur's silken voice lead you into this Sufi number that slowly zooms into a high energy song.
Monali gets the chance to sing a semi-classical number for the first time and she truly shines, Joginder Tuteja of Bollywood Hungama stated about 'Meri Jaaniye' "It is good to see Monali wear a different hat for this one and step into a Western avtar".
She performed a female solo 'Laila' in Nasha, composed by musical duo Sangeet-Siddharth, the song was well received and called a sweet one. That year also, she sang some Bengali tracks.
Family, Dating & Relationship Status
Regarding her personal life, Monali Thakur tends to keep her relationships private. However, as of 2025, she is said to be dating a prominent figure in the entertainment industry. While she hasn't disclosed much about her boyfriend, fans are curious about their relationship dynamics and how her romantic life influences her music and performances.
Her father Shakti Thakur was a professional singer and actor in Bengali film industry and her sister Mehuli Thakur is a playback singer in Bengal. She has learnt hip-hop and Bharatanatyam and is also a trained salsa dancer.
Net Worth and Salary
Monali Thakur's net worth in 2025 is estimated to be around $5 million. Her earnings primarily stem from her successful career as a playback singer, live performances, and acting roles. Additionally, brand endorsements and collaborations with various music composers contribute significantly to her income, ensuring she remains a prominent figure in the industry.
Career, Business and Investments
Monali Thakur made her breakthrough in 2006 with the reality show "Indian Idol," where she showcased her exceptional vocal talent. Since then, she has lent her voice to numerous hit songs in Bollywood films and has participated in various music projects. In 2025, Monali continues to release chart-topping singles and has diversified her portfolio by investing in music production and emerging artists. Her keen business acumen has allowed her to maintain a sustainable career while nurturing new talent.
In 1999, she sang the first song of her career in the film Chena Chena under the musical direction of Anupam Dutta and penned by Pulak Bandyopadhyay. It was a Bengali children song titled "Choi Choi Choi Tipi Tipi". The same year, she recorded the title track of Bengali serial Shri Ramkrishna.
She received the Best Playback Singer Award at Anandalok Awards for it when she was 14. She rose to popularity after placing ninth in Indian Idol 2.
Social Network
Monali Thakur actively engages with her fans through various social media platforms, including Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. With millions of followers, she shares glimpses of her personal life, career updates, and musical projects. Her online presence enables her to connect with fans and maintain a loyal following.
Post-Indian Idol, Thakur made her singing debut with the song "Kabool Kar Le" in the 2006 film Jaan-E-Mann, composed by Anu Malik; who was also one of the judges in Indian Idol. In 2008, Thakur rose to prominence with the songs "Zara Zara Touch Me" and "Khwab Dekhe (Sexy Lady)" in the film Race, composed by Pritam.
Thakur considers the former of the songs to be her first real breakthrough. 'Zara Zara Touch Me' was originally the only song that Thakur was scheduled for, but her first recording impressed the film's directors Abbas–Mustan enough for them to book her a second song.
According to her: "Ramesh ji and Kumar ji [the producers of Race] had signed me up for an album for Tips at a time independent albums had become extinct, but they liked my voice, and Pritam got me to sing for a scratch recording. Abbas-Mustan [the directors] liked it, and that is how I got the other song, Khwab Dekhe, too".
"Zara Zara Touch Me" was enormously successful, becoming the fourth-most-played song on Indian radio during the first half of 2008. Joginder Tuteja of Bollywood Hungama picked it along with "Pehli Nazar Mein" as the biggest hits of the album and praised the song calling it "fresh, naughty and seductive".
"Zara Zara Touch Me" became one of the year's biggest chartbusters. She also got nominated for an IIFA Award for Best Female Playback and an Apsara Award for Best Female Playback Singer for the song "Zara Zara Touch Me".
That year, she collaborated with Pritam once again for the song "Meow", sung along with Suzanne D'Mello for the film Golmaal Returns. Also, she performed the title track of Ekhane Aakash Neel, which is an official Bengali remake of the Hindi series Sanjivani, which aired on StarPlus.
In 2009, her first song was "Khudaya Khair" from Billu, which she sang along with Soham Chakrabarty. The song received mixed reviews from critics but Thakur was praised for her vocals.
Her other songs that year included "Do Dil Hai Janwa", "Hai Junoon (Remix)" and some Bengali tracks like 2 songs, 'Prithibi Onek Boro' and 'Kalke Jilam Jajaber' in Love and 3 songs in Dujone.
Education
Monali Thakur pursued her education in music and arts, which laid the foundation for her illustrious career. Her passion for music was evident from a young age, and her educational background has played a significant role in shaping her unique style and sound.
An alumnus of The Future Foundation School and St. Xavier's College, Kolkata, Thakur started singing in school and college competitions and performing at local functions.
