Celebrated Indian musician and composer, Bappi Lahiri passes away at the age of 69 after suffering from multiple illnesses.
He passed away at CritiCare Hospital in Juhu in Mumbai. Dr. Deepak Namjoshi, director of the hospital, evaluated: “Lahiri had been admitted to the hospital for a month and was discharged on Monday. But his health deteriorated on Tuesday and his family called for a doctor to visit their home. He was brought to the hospital. He had multiple health issues. He died due to OSA (obstructive sleep apnea) shortly before midnight.”
Bappi Lahiri has composed songs for several hit Bollywood movies including Sharaabi, Adventures of Tarzan, Dance Dance, Commando, Aaj ke Shahenshah, Thaneedar, and Satyamev Jayate to name a few.
The news of his demise came a few months after the news of his deteriorating health came out. “I am shocked to see so many reports stating that I’ve lost my voice. It’s ridiculous and I’m really unhappy,” he denied all the hearsay at that time.
Several Bollywood celebrities expressed condolence on his death. His death comes a few days after the passing away of legendary singer, Lata Mangeshkar.
Bollywood pays rich tribute to the late singer
Bollywood actors Akshay Kumar and Vidya Balan and others paid rich tribute to the singer. “Today we lost another gem from the music industry… Bappi Da, your voice was the reason for millions to dance, including me. Thank you for all the happiness you brought through your music. My heartfelt condolences to the family. Om Shanti” wrote Akshay Kumar.
Today we lost another gem from the music industry… Bappi Da,your voice was the reason for millions to dance, including me. Thank you for all the happiness you brought through your music. My heartfelt condolences to the family. Om Shanti 🙏🏻
— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) February 16, 2022
“I wish you joy wherever you go Bappi da because that’s what you brought to the world through your music and your being. Love always, Bidda (as you’d so endearingly call me),” wrote Vidya Balan.
I wish you joy wherever you go Bappi da because thats what you brought to the world through your music and your being.
Love always,
Bidda (as you’d so endearingly call me ) 🙏💔#RIP #BappiLahiri #BappiDa— vidya balan (@vidya_balan) February 16, 2022
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“Bappi Da was so endearing in person. But, his music had an edge. He introduced a more contemporary style to Hindi film music with Chalte Chalte, Suraksha, and Disco Dancer. Shanti Dada. You will be missed,” said Ajay Devgn.
Bappi Da was so endearing in person. But, his music had an edge. He introduced a more contemporary style to Hindi film music with Chalte Chalte, Suraksha & Disco Dancer.
🕉 Shanti Dada🙏 You will be missed— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) February 16, 2022
I really enjoyed Bappi Da's music, especially “yaad aa raha hai” – heard it several times in the dressing room. The range of his talent was truly amazing.
आप हमेशा हमें याद रहोगे बप्पी दा! pic.twitter.com/NFougJVt8c— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) February 16, 2022
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Bappi Lahiri was the pioneer of disco music in the Bollywood industry. Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar wrote: “Really enjoyed Bappi Da’s music, especially “Yaad aa Raha hai” – heard it several times in the dressing room. The range of his talent was truly amazing. Aap hamesha hume Yaad range Bappi da.”