Tribute To Ghazal Singer Pankaj Udhas

Tribute To Ghazal Singer Pankaj Udhas (1951-2024)

Pankaj Udhas passed away on Monday at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai after battling a prolonged illness. He was 72.

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"Chithi Aayi Hai" the track which marked his position his position as a Bollywood Singer.

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He lent his voice to many Hindi films including Naam, Saajan and Mohra.

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In 1980, he released his first ghazal album, "Aahat," it was the beginning of his career and over 60 solo albums and numerous collaborative projects are made then after.

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He played a major role in bringing ghazals to the mainstream, making them accessible to a wider audience beyond connoisseurs of the genre.

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He was honoured with prestigious awards including the Filmfare Award for Best Male Playback Singer, the Sangeet Natak Academy Award for Ghazal Singing, and the Padma Shri.

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Pankaj Udhas’ voice is forever etched in the hearts of ghazal lovers everywhere. He will be missed and remembered eternally.

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