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Pritam on 20 years of Gangster: ‘Still in disbelief that both KK and Zubeen Garg are gone’ | Bollywood News

Pritam on 20 years of Gangster: ‘Still in disbelief that both KK and Zubeen Garg are gone’ | Bollywood News

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Anurag Basu and Pritam had worked together extensively in the advertisement and television worlds by the early 2000s, but still hadn’t cracked a film together. Basu, who had broken through in Bollywood with Saaya (2003), couldn’t convince the producers — Mukesh Bhatt and Mahesh Bhatt’s Vishesh Films — to rope in Pritam since the latter hadn’t delivered a solo hit album by then. He only had one success, Mere Yaar Ki Shaadi Hai (2002), to his credit, which he co-composed with Jeet Gannguli. But then came Basu and Pritam’s maiden film collaboration — Gangster (2006), also backed by Vishesh Films. In an exclusive interview with SCREEN, Pritam talks about 20 years of Gangster, his long association with Basu and lead actor Emraan Hashmi, and losing two integral voices of the album — KK and Zubeen Garg. Gangster turned out to be your first film collaboration with Anurag Basu. How did it happen? I had worked with Anurag in TV. He was trying to get me into Vishesh Films, but I was a new guy with …

Rahul Gandhi hails Zubeen Garg, calls Assam CM Sarma the most corrupt

Rahul Gandhi hails Zubeen Garg, calls Assam CM Sarma the most corrupt

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Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday said the philosophy of his party is that of the celebrated musician Zubeen Garg, who worked his entire life to unite Assam. Addressing election rallies, he alleged that Himanta Biswa Sarma is the “most corrupt CM” in India, and action will be taken against him after the Congress forms a government in the state. “Zubeen Garg worked his entire life to unite people of Assam; he never misbehaved with anyone. The Congress philosophy is also like that, to spread love against hatred,” Gandhi said. This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever Disclaimer: We do not own any of the content, ideas, images, or text presented here. All rights belong to their respective owners. For more information and to view the original source, please visit the …

Chetak Screen Awards 2026: Manoj Kumar, Dharmendra, Zubeen Garg honoured during In Memoriam segment | Bollywood News

Chetak Screen Awards 2026: Manoj Kumar, Dharmendra, Zubeen Garg honoured during In Memoriam segment | Bollywood News

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3 min readNew DelhiApr 5, 2026 10:45 PM IST The Chetak Screen Awards 2026 held in Mumbai on Sunday paid tribute to the greats from the Indian film industry who passed away in 2025. The evening’s ‘In Memoriam’ segment was accompanied by the song “Ek Pyar Ka Naghma Hai” from Manoj Kumar-starrer Shor, as images of those remembered were displayed one by one. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO Actor-director Manoj Kumar and actors Dharmendra, Asrani, Kamini Kaushal, Satish Shah, Sulakshana Pandit, Pankaj Dheer, Mukul Dev, Rakesh Pandey, Dheeraj Kumar, Achyut Potdar, Deb Mukherjee, Shefali Jariwala were remembered during the segment. Manoj Kumar Dharmendra Asrani Kamini Kaushal Achyut Potdar Deb Mukherjee Dheeraj Kumar Mukul Dev Pankaj Dheer Rakesh Pandey Satish Shah Shefali Jariwala Sulakshana Pandit Singer Zubeen Garg, who tragically passed away at 52, in Singapore, was also remembered. Zubeen Garg The Chetak Screen Awards 2026 also paid tribute to directors Chandra Barot and Partho Ghosh. Chandra Barot Partho Ghosh Producer Saravanan was also remembered during this segment, along with media personality Pritish Nandy. Saravanan M Pritish …

Zubeen Garg drowned accidentally; no evidence of foul play: Singapore court| India News

Zubeen Garg drowned accidentally; no evidence of foul play: Singapore court| India News

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Singer Zubeen Garg drowned accidentally, and there is no evidence of foul play, Singapore’s state coroner’s court ruled on Wednesday. State coroner Adam Nakhoda said the court had no reason to differ from the conclusions of the police, which determined that the incident was a tragic accident. Singer Zubeen Garg. (PTI) Garg, who was in Singapore for a cultural festival and was scheduled to perform, died on September 19, 2025, during a private yacht outing. Evidence presented during the coroner’s inquiry suggested that Garg had alcohol before boarding the yacht and appeared visibly unsteady. Witnesses told the court that he initially wore a life jacket when he first entered the waters, but later removed it, citing poor fit. The court found Garg returned to the yacht in an exhausted state and attempted a second swim. “Despite being offered a properly sized life jacket, he refused to wear it,” the court said. It added that those present tried to persuade him to use safety gear. The Singapore Police said video evidence reviewed during the inquiry showed …

Zubeen Garg died due to ‘accidental drowning’ off a Singapore island: Coroner

Zubeen Garg died due to ‘accidental drowning’ off a Singapore island: Coroner

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Singapore, A state coroner on Wednesday upheld the Singapore Police Coast Guard’s finding that there was no foul play in the death of Indian singer Zubeen Garg and ruled the death an accidental drowning near an island of the city state in September last year. Zubeen Garg died due to ‘accidental drowning’ off a Singapore island: Coroner Directly addressing a concern raised by Garg’s widow regarding the PCG’s finding that there was no foul play, State Coroner Adam Nakhoda stated that the PCG had conducted a comprehensive and thorough investigation in this case. Instead, Nakhoda found that Garg’s death was “simply due to an unfortunate and tragic accidental drowning” and that no one had forced, coerced or pushed him into the water. There was also no evidence that the swimmers rescuing him had deliberately held his face underwater, the Channel News Asia reported, citing Nakhoda. Garg, 52, had been intoxicated, and this likely impaired his judgment in his decisions, said Nakhoda. This included the removal of his life jacket during his first swim and his …

Zubeen Garg’s wife Garima Saikia Garg reveals late singer’s only fear before death: ‘He would show his watch and say…’

Zubeen Garg’s wife Garima Saikia Garg reveals late singer’s only fear before death: ‘He would show his watch and say…’

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Singer Zubeen Garg died in Singapore at the age of 52 after a freak scuba diving accident on September 19, 2025. His sudden death left fans in shock across the country. Six months after his passing, his wife, Garima Saikia Garg, spoke about the legendary singer’s only fear before his death while addressing the Panchayat Aaj Tak Assam event. Zubeen Garg’s wife Garima Garg recalls him talking about his only fear. Zubeen Garg’s only fear before death When asked if Zubeen was ever afraid of something or had any phobias, Garima said, “He was never afraid of anything. Abhi kuch saalon se he (Zubeen Garg) used to say, ‘Mujhe agar kabhi kisi cheez se darr hai toh that is (For a few years, he used to say, ’If I am ever afraid of something, it is) time. He would show his watch and say, “Samay se hi mujhe darr hai aur kisi cheez se darr nahi hai (I only fear time, nothing else)’.” She further added, “I don’t know why. Maybe he got a call …

Assam Cabinet Moves Gauhati HC, Seeks Fast-Track Court In Zubeen Garg Case | India News

Assam Cabinet Moves Gauhati HC, Seeks Fast-Track Court In Zubeen Garg Case | India News

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The Assam Cabinet has decided to formally approach the Gauhati High Court seeking the constitution of a fast-track court to hear the high-profile death case of popular Assamese singer Zubeen Garg. The move follows mounting public pressure and demands from the singer’s family for a speedy trial. Announcing the decision after a Cabinet meeting on February 26, Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said the state government would request the Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court to facilitate day-to-day hearings to ensure swift justice. “The Assam Cabinet has decided to recommend or formally request the Gauhati High Court to constitute a fast-track court for the trial in the death case of popular Assamese singer Zubeen Garg. This move aims to expedite proceedings and ensure timely, day-to-day hearings for swift justice,” Sarma said. The case has drawn widespread attention across Assam, with opposition parties, civil society organisations, and prominent individuals repeatedly demanding faster judicial progress. A regional political party had also announced plans to launch an agitation over delays in the case. However, some political voices …

From Protection To Plunder? SIT Links PSOs’ Embezzlement To Zubeen Garg ‘Murder Plot’ | India News

From Protection To Plunder? SIT Links PSOs’ Embezzlement To Zubeen Garg ‘Murder Plot’ | India News

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Last Updated:February 13, 2026, 19:57 IST According to the SIT report, both bodyguards were allegedly involved in significant financial irregularities and are accused of embezzling money belonging to the late artist Zubeen Garg passed away on September 19, 2025. (File image/Instagram) Two personal security officers (PSOs) of renowned Assamese singer Zubeen Garg have been accused of siphoning off lakhs of rupees from him. The accused, Nandeswar Bora and Paresh Baishya, had reportedly been associated with the late artist for several years and were among the people he trusted most. It is widely known that Zubeen Garg rarely carried cash with him. During tours or events, he would often take money from his bodyguards when needed and would, in turn, entrust them with funds he received from performances and other engagements. During the investigation into Zubeen Garg’s murder case, the Special Investigation Team (SIT) uncovered several disturbing details. According to the SIT report, both bodyguards were allegedly involved in significant financial irregularities and are accused of embezzling money belonging to the late artist. The investigation suggests …

Assam Cabinet Moves Gauhati HC, Seeks Fast-Track Court In Zubeen Garg Case | India News

The Immortal Voter: Why Zubeen Garg Is Still ‘Present’ On Assam’s Electoral Roll After Special Revision | Elections News

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Last Updated:February 11, 2026, 23:48 IST The preservation of the singer’s name is the result of a deeply emotional decision by Booth Level Officer (BLO) Mohammad Tafiz Uddin Zubeen Garg passed away on September 19, 2025. (Image: X) The final electoral roll for Assam, published after the recent Special Revision (SR), has immortalised arguably the state’s most beloved cultural icon. The name of legendary singer the late Zubeen Garg remains intact on the voter list for the Dispur assembly constituency, transformed from a mere administrative entry into a poignant tribute to his enduring legacy. The preservation of the singer’s name is the result of a deeply emotional decision by Mohammad Tafiz Uddin, the Booth Level Officer (BLO) assigned to the Kahilipara area where the Garg family resided. During the mandatory door-to-door verification process, rather than following the standard protocol of deleting the name of a deceased voter via Form 7, Tafiz Uddin chose to honour the “Heartthrob of Assam”. On the official record, the BLO penned a touching note: “May he remain immortal forever; may his soul …

Garima Garg Reaffirms Unyielding ‘Pursuit Of Truth’ In Zubeen Garg Death Case | Bollywood News

Garima Garg Reaffirms Unyielding ‘Pursuit Of Truth’ In Zubeen Garg Death Case | Bollywood News

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Last Updated:January 16, 2026, 04:17 IST Singapore authorities have said that there was no suspicion of foul play and that the inquiry was likely to conclude the death during a yacht outing was a case of ‘misadventure’ Zubeen Garg died in a tragic scuba diving incident in Singapore. (Photo Credits: Instagram) Garima Saikia Garg, wife of late Assamese music legend Zubeen Garg, has issued a firm public statement following proceedings in Singapore’s Coroner’s Court, asserting that her family’s pursuit of the full truth behind his death remains uncompromising and ongoing across jurisdictions. Her statement follows the January 14 hearing in Singapore, where authorities disclosed that Zubeen Garg drowned on September 19, 2025, near Lazarus Island during a private yacht outing. Evidence presented indicated that Garg had allegedly consumed alcohol at levels exceeding four times the legal limit, declined to wear a properly fitted life jacket, and entered the sea alone. Singapore authorities told the court that toxicology reports showed prescription medication for hypertension and epilepsy, with no illicit substances detected. They reiterated that there was …