Renowned Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas passed away at the age of 72 after a prolonged illness at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. His family confirmed his death, marking the end of an illustrious career that spanned over five decades. Udhas, a recipient of the Padma Shri award in 2006, was celebrated for his contributions to Hindi cinema and the Ghazal genre, with hits like 'Chitti Aayi Hai', 'Jeeye Toh Jeeye Kaise', and 'Chupke Chupke'. His demise has prompted tributes from across the music industry and beyond, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who praised Udhas's ability to convey a range of emotions through his Ghazals. Music composer Salim Merchant and singer Anup Jalota also expressed their shock and sadness, highlighting Udhas's significant impact on the music world.
#WATCH | Mumbai, Maharashtra: On the demise of veteran Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas, film director Mahesh Bhatt says, "I was unaware of his prolonged illness...When I heard about his demise, I could visualise his bright and shining face right in front of my eyes. He had a very… https://t.co/RvswcB0XFa
VIDEO | "He was like a family member. We used to sing together and have toured the world together for shows. It's a personal loss for me," says singer Anup Jalota after attending the last rites ceremony of legendary gazal singer Pankaj Udhas, who passed away on Monday. https://t.co/R5cX2ycVW5
VIDEO | "There were a lot of memories and we have spent a lot of time together. Like everyone say, he was a soft-spoken person and he was a beautiful human being," says singer Shaan (@singer_shaan) on Pankaj Udhas, who passed away on Monday. (Full video available on PTI Videos -… https://t.co/hIgnoZSESd
#WATCH | Maharashtra: Mortal remains of veteran Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas being taken from his residence, for his last rites, in Mumbai. https://t.co/pEy9vi0Bej
#WATCH | Maharashtra: Mortal remains of veteran Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas being taken for his residence, for his last rites, in Mumbai. https://t.co/rPAHDrTDfW
VIDEO | Last rites of legendary gazal singer Pankaj Udhas, who passed away on Monday, being held in Worli, Mumbai. https://t.co/ALb2YJA2zn
VIDEO | Mortal remains of renowned ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas, who passed away yesterday after prolonged illness, being taken from his house with state honours for last rites in #Mumbai. (Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvqRQz) https://t.co/fTfwAIZyij
#WATCH | Maharashtra: Mortal remains of veteran Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas brought to his residence in Mumbai. He passed away yesterday at a Hospital in Mumbai, due to a prolonged illness. https://t.co/aTPwtKGcAu
VIDEO | Mortal remains of renowned ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas, who passed away yesterday after prolonged illness, brought to his house in #Mumbai. (Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvqRQz) https://t.co/pCvMJ46tFI
President, Vice President and Prime Minister have expressed grief over the demise of musical legend and ghazal maestro #PankajUdhas. https://t.co/dehVUMKhDy
VIDEO | “I can’t believe that Pankaj Udhas is no more. He took ghazal house to house. He gave back to back hits. What a voice! He used to give chance to new talent also,” says Indian playback singer Madhushree on the demise of Ghazal legend Pankaj Udhas. https://t.co/HHDgv8RJz2
VIDEO | “Pankaj Udhas was an artist who brought ‘Ghazals’ to mainstream and popularised it among the youth of this country. He took Ghazal singing to new heights. His sad demise is a huge loss for us all,” said music expert Sanjay Patel on the demise of Ghazal legend Pankaj… https://t.co/0oF6zCUdP9
STORY | 'Beacon of Indian music', 'nice human being': PM Modi, singers, actors mourn Pankaj Udhas' death READ: https://t.co/POLFbAwLE4 https://t.co/5PRl4t6XCH
PM @narendramodi has mourned the loss of ghazal singer #PankajUdhas, saying that his singing conveyed a range of emotions and his Ghazals spoke directly to the soul. https://t.co/mfWgMkLsVD
Pankaj Udhas, the Indian singer renowned as an exponent of the ghazal form of musical poetry, died in Mumbai after a prolonged illness. He was 72. https://t.co/Cqi32wZtjz
Prime Minister @narendramodi expresses grief over the demise of legendary singer, #PankajUdhas https://t.co/TcQMsasav2
Today, we're bidding farewell to a musical legend. Pankaj Udhas's voice reached deep into our souls, leaving an unforgettable imprint. Their timeless melodies ensure their legacy will never fade. Rest in peace. #RestInPeace #pankajudhas
#Watch | On the demise of veteran Ghazal singer #PankajUdhas, singer Anup Jalota says, "...People have lost him, lost a great Ghazal singer. I have lost my friend...The trio of Pankaj, Talat (Aziz), & me was very famous...We did a lot of concerts together. I am very sad..." https://t.co/W4OGw2uB6w
Prime Minister @narendramodi has mourned the loss of singer #PankajUdhas, saying that his singing conveyed a range of emotions and his Ghazals spoke directly to the soul. https://t.co/fOU5YRPJVy
#Watch | On the demise of veteran Ghazal singer #PankajUdhas, singer Anup Jalota says, "...People have lost him, lost a great Ghazal singer. I have lost my friend...The trio of Pankaj (Udhas), Talat (Aziz), & me was very famous...We did a lot of concerts together. I am very… https://t.co/tbNUnHXRIY
#Watch | On the demise of veteran Ghazal singer #PankajUdhas, singer Anup Jalota says, "...People have lost him, lost a great Ghazal singer. I have lost my friend...The trio of Pankaj (Udhas), Talat (Aziz), & me was very famous...We did a lot of concerts together. I am very sad… https://t.co/1jUHJsqXZG
#WATCH | Mumbai | On the demise of veteran Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas, singer Anup Jalota says, "People have lost Pankaj Udhas, I have lost my friend. Our friendship lasted 45 years. There was another mission that I, Pankaj (Udhas), and Talat (Aziz) started together- the Khazana… https://t.co/jZ7e3yB7MV
VIDEO | Here’s what singer Anup Jalota (@anupjalota) said on the demise of his close friend and renowned Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas due to a prolonged illness earlier today. “People have lost a good Ghazal singer but I have lost my friend. Pankaj, Talat and I were a famous… https://t.co/LGYVMbJ7LB
#WATCH | Mumbai | On the demise of veteran Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas, singer Anup Jalota says, "...People have lost Pankaj Udhas, lost a great Ghazal singer. I have lost my friend...The trio of Pankaj (Udhas), Talat (Aziz), and me was very famous...We did a lot of concerts… https://t.co/HZqoPzfTpg
#WATCH | Mumbai | On the demise of veteran Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas, singer Anoop Jalota says, "...People have lost Pankaj Udhas, lost a great Ghazal singer. I have lost my friend...The trio of Pankaj (Udhas), Talat (Aziz), and me was very famous...We did a lot of concerts… https://t.co/AxkpdHD4PL
#WATCH | Mumbai | On the demise of veteran Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas, music composer Salim Merchant says, "...He entertained us for so many years and boosted the morale of the industry through his songs. He distributed so much love through his songs...I am very shocked because I… https://t.co/jIvz52XUDA
"We mourn the loss of #PankajUdhas Ji, whose singing conveyed a range of emotions and whose Ghazals spoke directly to the soul...His departure leaves a void in the music world that can never be filled. Condolences to his family and admirers..," tweets PM Narendra Modi. https://t.co/OqLzE0qmqd
"We mourn the loss of Pankaj Udhas Ji, whose singing conveyed a range of emotions and whose Ghazals spoke directly to the soul...His departure leaves a void in the music world that can never be filled. Condolences to his family and admirers..," tweets PM Narendra Modi. https://t.co/MFUl6UpKHZ
VIDEO | Visuals from outside Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai, where renowned ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas passed away following prolonged illness earlier today. #RIPPankajUdhas https://t.co/GgjwinXaCj
"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… https://t.co/0Ln8JTai71
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… https://t.co/5xL6Y3Sv75
I&B Minister Anurag Singh Thakur expressed grief over the passing away of singer #PankajUdhas. https://t.co/OyGu8ijXnU
#WATCH | Veteran Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas passed away at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai, due to a prolonged illness. Visuals from outside the hospital. https://t.co/EKsCdT8Trc
Ghazal singer #PankajUdhas died on February 26 in Mumbai after a prolonged illness. Here is a quick look at the veteran artiste's illustrious career https://t.co/yYUHKFig6N
"Deeply saddened the news of passing of Pankaj Udhas ji. His career, spanning more than 4 decades, enriched our music industry and gifted us with some of the most memorable and melodious renditions of gazals. His demise is an irreparable loss to our music world. My sincere… https://t.co/x3LLosHQuk
Legendary ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas passes away Remembering the pre-eminent Ghazal singer from India. He is credited with bringing this unique singing style where Urdu verses of poets are set to music to a mass audience across the country, along with other musicians like Jagjit… https://t.co/JH3TGZbY2D
Deeply saddened the news of passing of Pankaj Udhas ji. His career, spanning more than 4 decades, enriched our music industry and gifted us with some of the most memorable and melodious renditions of gazals. His demise is an irreparable loss to our music world. My sincere… https://t.co/pg82FxMwM8
Music legend #PankajUdhas took his last breath today. The veteran ghazal singer who was knowns for his ghazals like Chitthi Aayi Hai and Chandi Jaisa Rang Hai Tera passed away due to prolonged illness. Read: https://t.co/SNcc5TX2eE https://t.co/inVrgsgsFJ
Veteran Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas passed away at 72 due to prolonged illness, his family confirmed The artiste, who had a career spanning over five decades, rendered numerous hits in Hindi films as well and was honoured with the Padma Shri award in 2006 #PankajUdhas https://t.co/csUIOoAPER
Veteran singer #PankajUdhas passes away after prolonged illness. file pic- https://t.co/5w38piZtRO
Singer #PankajUdhas died at the age of 72 after suffering from prolonged illness. He was known for songs like 'Chitti Aayi Hai', 'Jeeye Toh Jeeye Kaise', 'Chupke Chupke', and others https://t.co/J7AhjRMtNa
Music legend #PankajUdhas passes away https://t.co/93bhodagRp
Veteran Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas passes away due to a prolonged illness, confirms his family. #PankajUdhas https://t.co/Y2pcv6MgG8
Veteran Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas passes away due to a prolonged illness, confirms his family. https://t.co/4iIwZhsscK
Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas dies following prolonged illness, says family
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