Mahesh Bhatt reveals Pankaj Udhas was hesitant to sing Chitthi Aayi Hai | Bollywood

Veteran filmmaker Mahesh Bhatt recalled shooting for the iconic song Chitthi Aayee Hai from his 1986 film Naam with late ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas and shared that initially, the artiste was hesitant to be part of the movie. A Padma Shri recipient, Pankaj Udhas died on Monday at the age of 72. (Also Read: Pankaj … Read more

Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas’ last rites will be held on Tuesday, says daughter

The last rites of renowned ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas, who died following a prolonged illness, will be held on Tuesday. Taking to Instagram on Monday, the late singer’s daughter Nayaab Udhas shared a post. (Also Read | Why Pankaj Udhas was concerned about the future of ghazals in pop culture: Cinema is very realistic and … Read more

Hariharan remembers ‘brother’ Pankaj Udhas: He had a great sense of humour

Singer Hariharan has had some very close moments with his “brother and friend” late ghazal legend Pankaj Udhas. “It is very sad, we are all shocked. I saw my phone flooded with messages. He was not well and getting weak and I knew that. It is a personal loss, he has been a friend since … Read more

Why Pankaj Udhas was concerned about the future of ghazals in pop culture

Pankaj Udhas’ name is synonymous with ghazals. The Padma Shri recipient and playback singer breathed his last at 72 on Monday. His family said the singer died after a prolonged illness. (Also Read: Pankaj Udhas songs: 5 most memorable melodies of the celebrated ghazal singer) Pankaj Udhas died at 72 Pankaj on state of ghazals … Read more