Today will be the final ceremonies for Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas

Pankaj Udhas died in Mumbai on Monday at the age of 72. According to his relatives, the funeral will take place in Mumbai.

Renowned ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas, who died after a long illness, will have a funeral service on Tuesday. The late singer’s daughter, Nayaab Udhas, shared something on Instagram last Monday. 

About him

Famous Indian ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas was born in Gujarat, India, on May 17, 1951. He is one of the most well-known personalities in the ghazal music scene and has greatly influenced its appeal both in India and outside.

Udhas began his musical career in the late 1970s, and his heartfelt interpretations of ghazals helped him become incredibly successful in the 1980s and 1990s. His emotional lyrics, expressive singing style, and velvet voice have made him a popular performer for audiences of all ages.

Pankaj Udhas is known for his ghazals, “Chitthi Aayi Hai,” “Aur Aahista Kijiye Baatein,” “Na Kajre Ki Dhar,” “Jeeye To Jeeye Kaise,” and “Mukarrar.” He has received multiple honors and honors for his services to Indian music, including the Padma Shri, one of the highest civilian honors in the nation, in 2006.

About Pankaj Udhas’s final rituals, Nayaab

“In loving memory of Padmashri Pankaj Udhas,” it said. We regret to notify you that he passed away on February 26, 2024, as a result of a protracted illness. From 3 to 5 p.m. on Tuesday, February 27, there will be a funeral. Location: The Hindu Cemetery. Landmark Opp. Four Seasons Worli (Mumbai): Dr. E. Muses Rd. The Family Udhas.”

Pankaj Udhas passed away on Monday.

Pankaj Udhas, who was 72, died on Monday in Mumbai. News agency PTI, citing a family source, reported that he died at the Breach Candy hospital at approximately eleven in the morning. Nayab posted on Instagram that, We regret to notify you of Padmashri Pankaj Udhas’s untimely death on February 26, 2024, as a result of a protracted illness.

Anup Jalota discussed his acquaintance.

Performer Anup Jalota recounted his intimate relationship with the ghazal maestro who passed away. He remarked, “I have lost my friend,” the person said in an interview with ANI. Pankaj Udhas was a great Ghazal vocalist who is missed by many. My pal is no longer with me. Talat (Aziz), Pankaj (Udhas), and I were a well-known trio. Together, we performed in numerous concerts. The loss of Pankaj Udhas saddens me greatly. He brought Ghazal into every house and converted people to his philosophy. We shall always be grateful for that invaluable input.

“I had met him 4 to 5 months ago,” he continued. He was quite frail. He was now a lighter man. I was excited to finally meet him. I had to wait two or three months to see him. The news is really depressing. Additionally, we founded the Khazana Ghazal festival to provide a stage for upcoming performers. Our aim was to present the up-and-coming ghazal vocalists. Pankaj Udhas shared our desire for ghazals to remain popular in people’s hearts.”

About the life and work of Pankaj Udhas

Gujarat’s Jetpur was the place of Pankaj Udhas’ birth on May 17, 1951. His contributions to movies were as well-known as his ghazal compositions. His solo ghazal album Aahat was released in 1980, which helped make him well-known. In the years that followed, he would win other battles at Mukarar (1981), Tarrannum (1982), Mehfil (1983), and so on.

Among his well-known interpretations are those of Thodi Thodi Piya Karo, Ek Taraf Uska Ghar, Aur Ahista Kijiye Baatein, Chandani Raat Mein, Na Kajre Ki Dhaar, and Chitthi Aayi Hai. He became well-known for his playback vocals in a number of Hindi movies, such as Mohra, Saajan, and Naam.