Legendary ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas dies at 72 after prolonged illness

Pankaj Udhas Demise: Legendary ghazal singer passes away from prolonged illness [Watch Video]

Pankaj Udhas was born on May 17, 1951, in Jetpur, Gujarat. His family was from a zamindar background and his grandfather was the first graduate from their village. His father was a government servant and a dilruba player who learned from Abdul Karim Khan, a renowned veena maestro. Pankaj Udhas was awarded the Padma Shri in 2006 for his outstanding contribution to ghazal singing and his philanthropic efforts towards cancer patients and thalassem…

Pankaj Udhas: Beyond A Ghazal Singer Only 'intoxicating' His Listeners

New Delhi, Feb 26 (IANS) His career is a testament to the pervasive appeal of ghazal, for Pankaj Udhas, among the foremost who brought the perceived elitist genre of music into the popular sphere, hailed well beyond its prime catchment area, but mastered the form with dedication and performed it with panache. Pankaj Udhas, who passed away on Monday aged 72, is usually – and erroneously – seen as a purveyor of the ghazal’s “maikhana” tradition. …

Pankaj Udhas, "Ghazal King", Leaves Behind A Musical Legacy For The Ages

Ghazal maestro Pankaj Udhas died at the Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai today after a prolonged illness, he was 72. The singer left behind a legacy that will forever resonate in the hearts of music lovers. His melodies will echo through eternity. Born on May 17, 1949, in Gujarat, Pankaj Udhas started his musical journey that spanned decades and touched the souls of millions. Fondly known as the "Ghazal King", he rose to fame with Mahesh Bhatt's …

Beloved Indian ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas dies aged 72

Musician who released more than 50 solo albums during his career had been suffering from 'prolonged illness'

Ghazal legend Pankaj Udhas dies at 72 after prolonged illness

India’s legendary ghazal and playback singer Pankaj Udhas breathed his last on Monday, after a prolonged illness. Watch ARY News live on live.arynews.tv As reported by Indian news agencies, veteran ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas passed away on Monday, due to a prolonged illness, confirmed his family in a statement. The ghazal maestro was 72. Taking to her Instagram handle on Monday afternoon, his daughter Nayab shared the statement from the Udhas fa…

Legendary singer Pankaj Udhas passes away at 73 after prolonged illness, confirms daughter

The singer’s daughter Nayaab Udhas shared a post on her social media to announce the news of his unfortunate demise