Legendary ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas passes away

Pankaj Udhas' daughter Nayab shared a statement on Instagram, "It is with a heavy heart that we regret to inform you of the passing away of Padma Shri Pankaj Udhas on 26 Feb 2024 due to  illness."Soon after Nayab shared the news of the singer's death, his fans posted to wish his soul rest in peace. Family members said Breach Kandy died at the hospital around 11 am. His funeral will be held on Tuesday. Pankaj is survived by their wife Farida Udas, two daughters, and two sons They are also singers.

Career of Pankaj Udhas

Pankaj Udas is known for his memorable tracks like Chitti Aai Hai from Mahesh Bhatt's 1986 crime thriller Naam, Chandi Jaisa Rang Hai from Praveen Bhatt's 1998 film Ek Hi Maksad, Feroze Khan's Aaj Phir Thumpe, Feroze Khan's Action, Aaj Phir Thumpe from 1988 Dwanlaye 1988. Known for providing vocals. Popular songs include Jeye Kaise from Lawrence D'Souza's 1991 romantic film Saajan and Chupana Bhi Nahi Aatha from Abbas-Mustan's 1993 revenge thriller Baazigar.

When I came back on stage after two years, I was really scared, about whether anyone would come.  I went on stage and saw 6,000 people cheering for me, tears welled up in my eyes. It was a very emotional moment on the stage for a long time, but I got emotional seeing the audience's love for the Ghazals and the support they showed me.