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Pankaj Udhas Death: Ghazal Maestro’s Funeral To Take Place On February 27 In Mumbai

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Iconic Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas passes away at the age of 72. Pankaj Udhas passed away at the age of 72 after battling a prolonged illness. Pankaj Udhas, a name synonymous with the resurgence of ghazal in modern Indian music passed away on February 26, at the age of 72. The Ghazal singer had captivated the hearts of millions around the globe with his soulful voice and profound expressions. His demise came as a shock for the entire nation as several singers and musicians like Sonu Nigam, Anup Jalota extended their condolences. Pankaj Udhas’s funeral will take place on February 27. Pankaj Udhas’s family have informed through a circular that the Ghazal maestro’s last rites will be held at Hindu crematorium in Mumbai. It read, “In loving memory of Padmashri Pankaj Udhas. With a very heavy heart, we are saddened to inform you of his demise on the 26th of February 2004 due to prolonged illness. The funeral will take place on Tuesday, February 27 from 3 to 5 pm.” Taking to his Instagram account, …

Pankaj Udhas Passes Away At 72: Legendary Singer’s Last Public Appearance Video Goes Viral | Watch

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Iconic Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas passes away at the age of 72. A video of Pankaj Udhas’ last public appearance in July 2023 has gone viral after his passing. The legendary singer Pankaj Udhas has passed away at 72 years of age. The news of his passing was shared by his family. In a statement, they said, “With a very heavy heart, we are saddened to inform you of the sad demise of Padmashri Pankaj Udhar on February 26, 2024, due to a prolonged illness.” The news has come as a shock to many. Amid this, a video of his last public appearance has gone viral on social media. In the now-viral video, Pankaj Udhas could be seen at the airport, smiling and interacting with the paparazzi. He said in the video, “Thank you. See you, guys.” The video is from July last year. Have a look at the viral video here: Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also mourned the loss of the legendary singer and wrote in a post, “We mourn the loss …

From Chithi Aayi Hai to Thodi Thodi Piya Karo: Here are Pankaj Udhas’ top 5 ghazals | Music News

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“His singing conveyed a range of emotions and his ghazals spoke directly to the soul,” expressed Prime Minister Narendra Modi on X (formerly Twitter) while mourning the loss of the legendary singer Pankaj Udhas. The PM couldn’t be more right. Pankaj’s ghazals undeniably struck a chord with the soul of every listener and his melodious voice had the remarkable ability to evoke profound emotions from his songs. An admirer of legends Begum Akhtar and Mehdi Hasan, Pankaj too ascended to fame through his ghazals. His debut ghazal album Aahat, released in 1980, garnered significant attention, paving the way for numerous successful albums in the years to come. In fact, his first song to achieve widespread acclaim, “Chithi Aayi Hai” from Mahesh Bhatt’s Naam (1986), was a ghazal that remains a favourite among fans even today. Here are five ghazals of Pankaj Udhas that continue to be cherished by Indian music enthusiasts. Chithi Aayi Hai “I had the feeling that I was going to be part of something special,” Pankaj shared during an earlier interview, recalling …

Why Pankaj Udhas was concerned about the future of ghazals in pop culture

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Pankaj Udhas‘ name is synonymous with ghazals. The Padma Shri recipient and playback singer breathed his last at 72 on Monday. His family said the singer died after a prolonged illness. (Also Read: Pankaj Udhas songs: 5 most memorable melodies of the celebrated ghazal singer) Pankaj Udhas died at 72 Pankaj on state of ghazals today In an interview with Hindustan Times in October 2021, Pankaj Udhas lamented the state of ghazals in pop culture today. “I think cinema has played a major part in popularising ghazals. What has happened today is that the entire filmmaking has changed. Cinema is no more about fantasy; it’s very realistic and practical. So, most filmmakers don’t find a space for imaginative poetry or slow-paced numbers like ghazals. Most of the songs used in films these days are either dance tracks or background numbers,” he said. Hindustan Times – your fastest source for breaking news! Read now. His wish to see ghazals on OTT Pankaj lauded Anand Tiwari’s 2020 musical show Bandish Bandits, which streamed on Prime Video India, …

When Pankaj Udhas said the pandemic was ‘tough’ on him

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Pankaj Udhas, Padma Shri recipient, ghazal maestro and Bollywood playback singer, died at 72 on Monday. His family issued a statement confirming that Pankaj breathed his last after a prolonged illness. (Also Read: Pankaj Udhas death reactions: PM Modi, Anu Malik, Kajol remember the musical maestro) Pankaj Udhas died at 72(HT Photo) When Pankaj said pandemic was ‘tough’ In an interview with Hindustan Times in May 2022, Pankaj said the COVID-19 pandemic had quite an impact on him, psychologically. “Before the pandemic, there used to be a lot of confidence in me before any concert. But the pandemic phase was tough, even psychologically. Though I did my riyaaz (rehearsals) regularly and tried to keep up and not get rusted, there was a lack of exposure to the stage and audience,” Pankaj had said. “Safety is of prime importance to me. I make sure that nobody comes close to me without a mask,” he added. Hindustan Times – your fastest source for breaking news! Read now. Getting back on stage wasn’t easy “So, when I got …

Pankaj Udhas death reactions: PM Modi, Anu Malik, Kajol remember musical maestro

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Popular ghazal and playback singer Pankaj Udhas breathed his last at 72. He died at around 11 am at the Breach Candy hospital after a prolonged illness. In the wake of the news, many noted figures and celebrities took to their social media to remember the singer and offered their condolences to his family. (Also read: Pankaj Udhas death: Legendary ghazal and playback singer best known for ‘Chitthi Aayi Hai’ breathes his last at 72) Pankaj Udhas was best known for his Ghazals.(HT Photo) Narendra Modi’s statement PM Narendra Modi offered his condolences via his X account. He wrote: “We mourn the loss of Pankaj Udhas Ji, whose singing conveyed a range of emotions and whose Ghazals spoke directly to the soul. He was a beacon of Indian music, whose melodies transcended generations. I recall my various interactions with him over the years. His departure leaves a void in the music world that can never be filled. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.” Hindustan Times – your fastest source for breaking news! Read …

Pankaj Udhas Death PM Modi Mourns Death His Ghazals Spoke Directly To The Soul

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“I recall my various interactions with him over the years,” PM Modi said (File) New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday condoled the passing of Ghazal maestro Pankaj Udhas. Taking to X, PM Modi shared a string of throwback pictures with the singing legend, posting, “We mourn the loss of Pankaj Udhas Ji, whose singing conveyed a range of emotions and whose Ghazals spoke directly to the soul. He was a beacon of Indian music, whose melodies transcended generations. I recall my various interactions with him over the years. His departure leaves a void in the music world that can never be filled. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.” We mourn the loss of Pankaj Udhas Ji, whose singing conveyed a range of emotions and whose Ghazals spoke directly to the soul. He was a beacon of Indian music, whose melodies transcended generations. I recall my various interactions with him over the years. We mourn the loss of Pankaj Udhas Ji, whose singing conveyed a range of emotions and whose Ghazals spoke …

Pankaj Udhas Death: Ghazal Icon’s Last Instagram Post Was Diwali Wish For Fans, See Here

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Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas passes away at 72. Late Ghazal icon Pankaj Udhas had wished his fans on the special occasion of Diwali 2023. Pankaj Udhas has passed away. The legendary singer was 72 years old. The news was shared by his family. In a statement, they said, “With a very heavy heart, we are saddened to inform you of the sad demise of Padmashri Pankaj Udhar on February 26, 2024, due to a prolonged illness.” The news has come as a shock to many. Singer Sonu Nigam was among the first ones to react to his death. The celebrated Ghazal singer was also quite active on social media and would often share videos and pictures on Instagram. His last post was three months ago. Extending wishes to his fans on Diwali, Pankaj Udhas had shared a poster on Instagram along with the caption, “May the festival of lights bring you new hopes and new dreams. May the divine light of Diwali illuminate your life and banish all darkness. Wishing you a prosperous and healthy …

Pankaj Udhas death: Ghazal singer leaves behind immortal notes

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Pankaj Udhas, the immensely talented singer who breathed new life into ghazals, has died. He was 72. Udhas captivated listeners for decades with his inimitable style. Pankaj Udhas death: The popular ghazal singer breathed his last on February 26, 2024 The Udhas family confirmed his death due to a prolonged illness. (Also Read: Pankaj Udhas death: 5 most memorable songs of the celebrated ghazal singer) Hindustan Times – your fastest source for breaking news! Read now. Udhas family’s statement Taking to Instagram, Pankaj Udhas’ daughter Nayaab shared a statement on Monday which read, “With a heavy heart, we are saddened to inform you of the sad demise of Padmashri Pankaj Udhas on 26th February 2024 due to a prolonged illness.” Soon after Nayaab shared the news of the singer’s demise, his fans swamped the comment section and posted their condolences. A fan wrote, “May his soul rest in peace.” “I’m so sorry to hear of your loss, stay strong and please accept my condolences,” another user wrote. “Deepest Condolences and Prayers,” another user posted. He …