Tragic news flooded social, declaring the untimely death of Bappi Lahiri, one of Bollywood’s most prolific music directors. Known as the “Disco King” with his embrace of the iconic musical arrangement, Lahiri passed away at 69 in Mumbai hospital. We go through his filmography and picked out some of his iconic songs.
Known for his trademark gold necklaces and rings and his trademark sunglasses, he was known for his amazing repertoire of Bollywood hits especially during the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s. Featuring bollywood stars such as Madhuri Dixit-Nene, Amitabh Bachchan, Parveen Babi and Anil Kapoor and so much more.
He was born into an already established musical family in Calcutta helmed by his father Aparesh Lahiri a famous Bengali singer and his mother, Bansari Lahiri was a musician and a singer who was well-versed in classical music and Shyama Sangeet. His parents trained him in every aspect of music. As an only child, he had musical tendencies playing the tabla at the age of three.
He died due to Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) according to Dr. Deepak Namjoshi, director of CritiCare Hospital in Mumbai. He apparently was admitted to the hospital for a month due to various other health issues.
A favourite of the Gen X-ers who grew up on his music, films where his musical direction included, “Kabhi Alveda Na Kehna” (Chalte Chalte, 1976), “Bambai Se Aaya Mera Dost” (in which he also sang, from Aap Ki Khatir, 1977), “Raat Baaki” and “Ke Paga Ghoongroo” (both from Namak Halal, 1982), “I am a Disco Dancer” (Disco Dancer, 1983), “Yaar Bina Chain Kahan Re” (from Saaheb, 1985),”Naino Main Sapna” (from Himmatwala, 1983), “Humko Aaj Kal Hain Intezaar” (from Sailab, 1990), “Taama Taama Loge” (from Thanedaar, 1990).
Here are a few of his iconic music:
Main Image Photo Credit: www.dailypioneer.com
Hina P. Ansari
Author
Hina P. Ansari is a graduate from The University of Western Ontario (London, Ontario). Since then she has carved a successful career in Canada's national fashion-publishing world as the Entertainment/Photo Editor at FLARE Magazine, Canada's national fashion magazine. She was the first South Asian in...
COMMENTS
YOU MAY ALSO LIKE
-
Celebrating International Women's Month: A South Asian Perspective
-
These Desi Spices Will Put You In The Mood For Valentine's Day
-
Is Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina A Problem For Bangladesh?
-
How Dr. Danister Perera Is Unlocking Sri Lanka's Indigenous Medical Secrets In Palm Leaves
-
The Inaugural Lit Gala Celebrated Diwali Raising Funds For Girls Education In Rural India
-
How The Modern South Asian Metrosexual Is Breaking Stereotypes
-
Rupi Kaur Refuses Biden's Diwali Invitation Due To The Administration's Support Of Israel's Actions In Gaza
-
Why Nurturing International Students Is Key To Canada's Growth
-
India Vs Canada: Is This The Start Of A New Cold War?
-
Event Alert: The Women Empowerment Awards Honours Change-Making Women In Exclusive Gala
-
Chandrayaan-3 Moon Landing Signals The Dawn Of India's New Space Age
-
Ask Dr. Monica Vermani: Our Cultural Differences May Threaten Our Marriage
-
#ANOKHI20: From Head-To-Heels Here Is Raj Girn’s Complete Fashion & Beauty Breakdown
-
#ANOKHI20: The ANOKHI Emerald Brunch Highlighted The Importance Of Mental Health Awareness Within The South Asian Community
-
#ANOKHI20: Celebrating 20 Years While Honouring South Asian Empire Builders With Star-Studded Celebrity Fashion Show, Mental Health Awareness Brunch & Entertainment Gala
-
Is The South Asian Bromance A Form Of Micro-Cheating?
-
#ANOKHI20 Is This Weekend! Dr. Neil Dhalla Award of Excellence To Unveil At ANOKHI's 20th Anniversary Star-Studded Events In Toronto
-
#ANOKHI20: Our Latest Reveal Including The First 8 Celebs Who Will Be Helping Us Celebrate!
-
#ANOKHI20: The Latest Reveal From Our 3-Video Series -- Empire Builder, Circle Of Trust, Music Lounge
-
Here's Why #ANOKHI20 Is Celebrating South Asian Heritage Month x Mental Health Awareness Month
-
#ANOKHI20: Three Fabulous Options For You To Purchase Tickets!
-
The Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre Is Just What India Needs
-
#ANOKHI20: Website Is Live & Early Bird Tickets Are Now Available!
-
The Hunt For Amritpal Singh: What Exactly Is Happening In Punjab?
-
Indiaspopup.com Hosts A NYC Power Summit Honouring 5 South Asian Women For IWD 2023
-
Oscars 2023: Our Best-Dressed List!
-
Mindy Kaling Becomes First South Asian To Receive Norman Lear Award
-
"RRR" Nabs Oscar Nomination For Best Original Song For "Naatu Naatu"
-
What Pisses Me Off: Why My Endometriosis Was Ignored For Years
-
Diljit Dosanjh & Coachella 2023 Makes History With Their First Ever Roster Of South Asian Artists
-
'RRR' Beats Taylor Swift And Lady Gaga With Golden Globe Win
-
The Open Chest Confidence Academy Launches 2.0 To Celebrate Their 2nd Anniversary
-
Save-The-Date: ANOKHI Turns 20 & You're Invited!
-
It's ANOKHI's 20th Anniversary This Weekend!
-
Rishi Sunak Becomes The First South Asian Prime Minister Of Great Britain
-
Unlike The US, India's Top Court Recognizes Abortion As A Human Right For All Women
-
Queen Elizabeth II Is Laid To Rest With State Funeral
-
Queen Elizabeth II Has Died
-
Pakistan Is Drowning In A Climate Catastrophe: Here's How You Can Help
-
Details On The Jay Shetty-Officiated Wedding Of Ben Affleck & Jennifer Lopez
-
Author Salman Rushdie Stabbed On Stage During Literary Event
-
Here's How Bollywood Rang In Raksha Bandhan 2022
-
Everyone Needs To Calm Down About Ranveer Singh's Photos
-
India Elects First Person From Tribal Community As President, The 2nd Woman In History
-
Freida Pinto To Star As Huma Abedin In TV Adaptation Of Abedin's Best-Selling Book
-
President Biden Signs Executive Order To Protect Abortion Access For Women
-
Why Is The American Government Forcing Women To Have Babies?
-
America's Supreme Court Overturn Roe Vs. Wade Making Abortion Unconstitutional
-
These Are The 2 South Asian Women On Forbes "America's Richest Self-Made Women" List
-
RIP Sidhu Moose Wala: Here's What We Know So Far
-
Deepika Padukone Stuns At Festival de Cannes 2022
-
Tesher And Simu Liu Brought The Bhangra To The Juno Awards
