Chota MC Stan

Chota MC Stan (stylized as ) is a prominent Indian rapper, music producer, and songwriter who became a household name across India after winning the reality show Bigg Boss 16 in 2023. Known for his raw, "mumble rap" style and signature "P-Town" (Pune) persona, he is a central figure in the Desi Hip-Hop (DHH) scene.
​Profile Summary
​Real Name: Altaf Tadavi (also known as Altaf Shaikh)
​Date of Birth: August 30, 1999
​Hometown: Pune, Maharashtra (specifically Tadiwala Road)
​Rags-to-Riches Story: He grew up in a low-income household in the slums of Pune and initially started his musical journey as a Qawwali singer at age 12 before discovering hip-hop.
​Musical Style & Career
​MC Stan is credited with bringing a "new school" sound to Indian rap, heavily influenced by West Coast hip-hop and trap music.
​Dual Discipline: Unlike many rappers, he produces, mixes, and masters his own tracks.
​Breakthrough: He rose to fame in 2018 with the song "Wata," and later solidified his status