September 9, 2025
New Delhi
Singers

Asha Bhosle

Asha Bhosle, the last great of bygone eras, a relic that must be preserved, may be 92 years old today but she remains 19 at heart, and we wish she remained that way till the end of time. Early Life and Career Asha Bhosle was born on September 8, 1933, in the small village of

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Musicians

Khayyam : Master of Timeless Melodies

Khayyam has left behind a legacy of timeless compositions that continue to mesmerise music aficionados around the world. His work is characterised by its lyrical depth, melodic richness, and classical finesse and consists of songs like “Akele Mein Woh Ghabrate To Honge,” “Sham E Gham Ki Qasam,” “Jane kya Dhoondhti Rahti Hain,” “Wo Subah Kabhi

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Musicians

Pandit Jasraj : The Master

Pandit Jasraj, a legendary figure in the field of Indian classical music, graced the world with his divine voice and unparalleled artistry. Known for his melodious voice, innovative compositions, and unparalleled mastery over complicated ragas, he made him one of the most influential and beloved musicians of all time. Early Life and Traning Born on

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Singers

Hemlata : The Queen

Hemlata was one of the most prominent playback singers of the 1970s and 80s. She is widely remembered for her beautiful soft and melodious voice. Some of her memorable songs include “Taare Kitne Neel Gagan Pe Taare,” “Jab Deep Jale Aana,” “Ankhiyon Ke Jharokhon Se,” “Tu Is Tarah Se Meri Zindagi Mein Shaamil Hai,” and

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Singers

Nazia Hassan : Queen of South Asian Pop

Today is the death anniversary of Nazia Hassan, who was the face of 80s pop in India and Pakistan with numbers like “Disco Deewane,” “Boom Boom,” and “Aap Jaisa Koi.” She established herself as the “Queen of South Asian Pop” and one of the most successful singers from the subcontinent. As part of the duo

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Musicians

Kanu Roy – The Musical Maestro

Kanu Roy was one of the genius composers of Indian cinema who remains overshadowed, underrated, and criminally underutilised.

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Musicians

Saraswati Devi 

Saraswati Devi was one of the pioneering music directors of early Indian music who not only carved a niche for herself in an era dominated by men but dominated the music scene with songs like “Main Ban Ke Chidiya (Achhut Kanya),” “Gaon Ki Maat hamari (“Janmabhoomi),” “Koi hamdam na rahaa koi sahaara na rahaa (Jeevan

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Singers

Suresh Wadkar

Suresh Wadkar is one of the most accomplished singers of his era, known for his classically trained, beautiful, soothing voice and iconic songs like “Seene mein jalan.” “Ae Zindagi Gale Laga Le,” “Tumse Milke Aisa Laga,” “Meri kismat mein tu nahi,” Lagi aaj saawan ki,” “Aur is dil mein kya rakha hai.” “Megha re megha,”

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Lyricists

Gulshan Bawra

Gulshan Bawra was a songwriter and actor in Hindi cinema from the 1960s to the 1990s. He is best known for his songs in films like Khel Khel Mein (1975), Kasme Vaade (1978), and Satte Pe Satta (1982), among others. His most memorable songs include “Mere Desh Ki Dharti” in Upkaar (1968), “Yaari Hai Imaan

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Filmmakers Musicians

Vishal Bhardwaj

One of the greatest filmmakers of his generation, Vishal Bhardwaj, is a filmmaker, music composer, screenwriter, lyricist and playback singer. Renowned for his Shakespearean adaptations and soulful music, he has shaped Hindi cinema with films like Maqbool (2003), Omkara (2006), and Haider (2014). Early Life and Career Vishal Bhardwaj was born on August 4, 1965,

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