Deddy Mahendra Desta Biography: Children, Age, Net Worth, Wife, Height, Songs, Movies, Parents, Albums

Deddy Mahendra Desta, professionally known as Desta, is an Indonesian entertainer whose career spans drumming in the rock band Clubeighties, late-night television hosting, stand-up comedy, and occasional acting.

The grandson of legendary wuxia novelist Kho Ping Hoo, he first gained fame as the witty, quick-tongued co-host of Tonight Show alongside Vincent Rompies, turning everyday banter into appointment viewing for urban millennials.

Profile

• Full Name: Deddy Mahendra Desta
• Stage Name: Desta
• Born: 15, March 1977
• Age: 48 years old
• Birthplace: Surakarta, Central Java, Indonesia
• Nationality: Indonesian
• Occupation: Musician, Television Host, Comedian, Actor, Radio Host
• Height: 1.71 m
• Parents: Prakosa Hadiwijaya and Tina Prakosa
• Siblings: Eka Candra Gupta, Dika Adityawarman
• Spouse: Natasha Rizki Pradita (m. 2013–2023)
• Children: Megumi Arrawda Sachi, Miskha Arrawfa Najma, Miguel Arrawsya Janied
• Relationship: Divorced
• Net Worth: $4 million

Early Life and Education

Deddy Mahendra Desta was born on March 15, 1977, in Surakarta, Central Java, Indonesia, to Prakosa Hadiwijaya, a civil servant, and Tina Prakosa, a homemaker.

He grew up the middle child between older brother Eka Candra Gupta and younger brother Dika Adityawarman.

A grandson of celebrated martial-arts novelist Kho Ping Hoo, Desta moved to Jakarta as a teen and later earned a Bachelor of Design degree in Graphic Design from Institut Kesenian Jakarta.

He is of Javanese descent and identifies as Muslim.

Career

Deddy Mahendra Desta began his career behind the drum kit for the rock outfit Clubeighties in the late 1990s, touring Indonesia’s indie circuit while moonlighting as a radio announcer on stations like Prambors and Hard Rock FM.

His on-air chemistry with Vincent Rompies caught Net TV executives’ attention, leading to the 2013 launch of Tonight Show, a late-night talk-variety program that blended celebrity interviews, improv sketches, and viral games.

The show’s unscripted humor quickly made Desta a household name among urban twenty-somethings.

By the mid-2010s, Desta expanded into film with supporting roles in comedies such as Single (2015) and Cek Toko Sebelah (2016), while co-founding the comedy collective Mahardika with Vincent and friends.

He hosted podcasts, judged stand-up competitions, and filled stadiums with live Tonight Show tours.

Clubeighties released new singles and performed reunion gigs, proving his music roots remained intact.

Deddy Mahendra Desta keeps a packed slate across linear TV, Netflix Indonesia specials, and YouTube.

Tonight Show continues to dominate late-night ratings, spawning spin-offs and merchandise.

His podcast Vodcast with Vincent racks up millions of downloads, and he mentors young comics through workshops.

Desta’s brand of self-deprecating, culturally sharp humor has redefined Indonesian late-night entertainment.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @desta80s
• Twitter Handle: @desta80s

Personal Life

Deddy Mahendra Desta married model Natasha Rizki Pradita on April 21, 2013; the couple welcomed daughters Megumi Arrawda Sachi and Miskha Arrawfa Najma, plus son Miguel Arrawsya Janied.

After a decade together, they filed for divorce in June 2023, citing irreconcilable differences, with proceedings finalized later that year.

Both parents share custody and occasionally post family moments online.

Desta maintains a low-key lifestyle outside work, splitting time between Jakarta and Solo, where he supports local music scenes and his late grandfather’s literary legacy.

Filmography

• Single (2015)
• Cek Toko Sebelah (2016)
• The Underdogs (2017)
• Cek Toko Sebelah 2 (2022)

Discography

• Clubeighties – Self-titled (2002)
• Clubeighties – Second Album (2008)
• Clubeighties – Reunion Single “Kangen” (2020)

Net Worth

Deddy Mahendra Desta carries an estimated net worth of $4 million.

Core earnings come from Tonight Show hosting fees and Net TV residuals, supplemented by podcast sponsorships, comedy tour ticket sales, brand endorsements, and Clubeighties performance royalties.