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The last rites of renowned ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas, who died after a prolonged illness, will be performed on Tuesday. Taking to Instagram on Monday, the late singer’s daughter Nayaab Udhas shared a post. (Also Read | Why Pankaj Udhas was worried about the future of ghazals in pop culture: Cinema is very realistic and practical today)
Nayaab on Pankaj Udhas’ last rites
It read: “In memory of Padmashri Pankaj Udhas. With great sadness, we are saddened to inform you of his passing away on 26 February 2024 due to a prolonged illness. The funeral will take place on Tuesday, 27 February from 3pm to 5pm. Venue: Hindu Crematorium. Worli (Mumbai) Landmark Opp. Four Seasons: Dr E Muses Rd. Worli. The Udhas Family.”
Pankaj Udhas died on Monday
Pankaj Udhas died in Mumbai on Monday at the age of 72. News agency PTI, citing a family source, reported that the singer died around 11am at Breach Candy Hospital. “With a heavy heart, we are saddened to inform you of the sad demise of Padmashri Pankaj Udhas on February 26, 2024 due to a prolonged illness,” Nayab wrote in an Instagram post.
Anup Jalota spoke about his friend
Singer Anup Jalota recalled his close bond with the late ghazal master. Talking to news agency ANI, he said, “I have lost my friend. People have lost Pankaj Udhas, they have lost a great Ghazal singer. I have lost my friend. The trio of Pankaj (Udhas), Talat ( Aziz) and I were “Very famous. We did many concerts together. I am very saddened by the demise of Pankaj Udhas. He brought Ghazal to every home and made a place for himself in the hearts of the people. It was a great contribution and he can never be forgotten.”
He added: “I met him 4-5 months ago. He was very weak. He had lost weight. I really wanted to meet him. I couldn’t see him for 2-3 months. This is very sad news. “We also started the Khazana Ghazal festival to provide a platform to young artists. We wanted to introduce emerging ghazal singers. “We wanted the ghazal to be alive in the hearts of people and Pankaj Udhas also wanted the same.”
About the life and career of Pankaj Udhas
Pankaj Udhas was born on May 17, 1951 in Jetpur, Gujarat. Apart from ghazals, he was known for his film work. In 1980, he gained wide popularity for his solo ghazal album, Aahat. Later, he recorded other hits including Mukarar (1981), Tarrannum (1982), Mehfil (1983) and many more.
Some of her popular performances are Chitthi Aayi Hai, Chandani Raat Mein, Na Kajre Ki Dhaar, Aur Ahista Kijiye Baatein, Ek Taraf Uska Ghar and Thodi Thodi Piya Karo. She also made a mark as a playback singer in many Hindi films including Naam, Saajan and Mohra.
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