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MC Stan
Indian rapper and music producer (born 1999) From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Altaf Sheikh (born 30 August 1999), known professionally as MC Stan (stylized as MC STΔN), is an Indian rapper, lyricist, music producer, and composer. He is known for his work in the Hindi hip-hop and trap music scene. In 2023, he won the reality television show Bigg Boss 16.[1][2][3]
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Early life
Altaf Tadavi was born on 30 August 1999 in Pune, Maharashtra, India.[4] He was raised in a low-income household and developed an interest in music during his adolescence. Initially influenced by qawwali, he later shifted his focus to rap and hip-hop, drawing inspiration from international rap artists as well as the emerging Indian hip-hop scene.[5]
Career
MC Stan began his music career in 2018 with the release of the track "Wata," which attracted attention for its lyrical content and street-focused themes.[6] His music incorporates Hindi, Marathi, and urban slang, and often addresses themes such as social issues and personal experiences.[7]
Stan released his debut album, Tadipaar, in 2020, followed by Insaan in 2022, which was noted for its production style and introspective lyrics.[5][4][8][9]
On 16 March 2024, his official YouTube channel was hacked, leading to temporary disruption in his online presence.[10]
Bigg Boss 16
In 2022–2023, MC Stan participated in the sixteenth season of the reality television show Bigg Boss 16 and was declared the winner.[11]
International collaborations
In 2023, Stan appeared on a Times Square billboard in New York City as part of a promotional campaign for "Haath Varthi," a collaboration with American music producer KSHMR. The track was included in KSHMR’s album KARAM and received widespread attention online.[12][13]
Film music
Stan has contributed to Hindi film soundtracks, including a rap segment for the 2024 film Baby John and the title track for Farrey in 2023.[14][15]
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Albums
Controversy
On 17 March 2023, a concert by MC Stan in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, was interrupted and subsequently cancelled following a protest by members of the Karni Sena. The group accused the rapper of promoting obscene content and using inappropriate language in his music.[18]
The protest took place at a hotel in the Lasudia area, where demonstrators entered the stage after Stan had exited the venue. Law enforcement personnel used minor force to control the crowd. A representative from the Karni Sena stated that they had objected to the performance and demanded the artist leave the premises.[19]
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