The untimely demise of renowned singer Pankaj Udhas has sent shockwaves through the music industry, leaving fans and fellow musicians in mourning. Tributes have been pouring in for the legendary Ghazal maestro, with heartfelt notes and messages expressing admiration and grief for the loss of an icon.
Among those paying homage to Udhas is singer
G Venugopal
, who penned a poignant tribute to the velvety-voiced singer.
In his heartfelt note,
Venugopal
reminisced about his introduction to Udhas's ghazals during his twenties, highlighting the impact of Udhas's music on listeners, particularly those like Venugopal who hailed from the Gulf. He acknowledged Udhas's significant contribution to the revival of ghazals in India, alongside luminaries like
Jagjit Singh
, Mehdi Hassan, and
Ghulam Ali
.
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Reflecting on Udhas's distinctive style and soothing renditions, Venugopal praised the singer's ability to captivate audiences with his magnetic personality and melodious voice. He emphasized Udhas's popularity and commercial success, underscoring his unparalleled talent and enduring legacy in the world of music.
'Will miss u dearly Udhasji. The music with your inimitable style and signature is forever fresh, young, and immortal. Adieu, the velvety voiced singer who captured the romance of an era into his music,' he wrote.
Here's the post:
Music legend and Padmashri winner Pankaj Udhas took his last breath yesterday, February 26. The veteran ghazal singer who was knowns for his ghazals like Chitti Ayi Hai and Chandi Jai Rang passed away due to pancreatic cancer at Breach Candy Hospital, around 11 am.
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