'My Heart Cries...': Sonu Nigam, Abhishek Bachchan And Others Pay Tribute To Pankaj Udhas
Ghazal maestro Pankaj Udhas passed away on February 26 after a prolonged illness. The singer breathed his last at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai.
New Delhi: Ghazal maestro Pankaj Udhas passed away on February 26 after a prolonged illness. The singer breathed his last at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. Tributes started pouring for the veteran singer from all quarters, as soon as his death news became public.
Singer Sonu Nigam took to his social media and offered his condolences to the family. The singer wrote, " One of the most important part of my childhood, is lost today. Shri Pankaj Udhas ji, I will miss you forever. My heart cries knowing that you are no more. Thank you for being there. Om Shanti.”
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Actor Abhishek Bachchan wrote, “Very saddened by Pankaj Udhas ji's passing. His demise is an irreplaceable loss to our music world. My sincere condolences to his family and friends in this difficult time. Om Shanti.”
Very saddened by Pankaj Udhas ji's passing. His demise is an irreplaceable loss to our music world. My sincere condolences to his family and friends in this difficult time. Om Shanti. 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/oS7HRffbLU
— Abhishek 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧 (@juniorbachchan) February 26, 2024
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also paid tribute to the singer. He wrote, "We mourn the loss of Pankaj Udhas Ji, whose singing conveyed a range of emotions and whose Ghazals spoke directly to the soul. He was a beacon of Indian music, whose melodies transcended generations. I recall my various interactions with him over the years. His departure leaves a void in the music world that can never be filled. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti."
We mourn the loss of Pankaj Udhas Ji, whose singing conveyed a range of emotions and whose Ghazals spoke directly to the soul. He was a beacon of Indian music, whose melodies transcended generations. I recall my various interactions with him over the years.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 26, 2024
His departure leaves… pic.twitter.com/5xL6Y3Sv75
Singer Sophie Choudry posted on X, "Heartbreaking. One of the kindest gentlemen in the music business. Was always so warm and encouraging from the first time we met. My deepest condolences to Faridaji and the family. Rest in Peace Pankaj ji. Thank you for the music ??? #pankajudhas"
Union Minister Anurag Thakur wrote on X, "Deeply saddened the news of passing of Pankaj Udhas ji. His career, spanning more than 4 decades, enriched our music industry and gifted us with some of the most memorable and melodious renditions of gazals. His demise is an irreparable loss to our music world. My sincere condolences to his family, friends, and followers in this difficult time. May his soul rest in peace.”
Deeply saddened the news of passing of Pankaj Udhas ji. His career, spanning more than 4 decades, enriched our music industry and gifted us with some of the most memorable and melodious renditions of gazals. His demise is an irreparable loss to our music world.
— Anurag Thakur (@ianuragthakur) February 26, 2024
My sincere… pic.twitter.com/pg82FxMwM8
Politician Praful Patel wrote, “Deeply saddened to hear of the demise of legendary singer, Pankaj Udhas Ji. His timeless melodies touched the hearts of millions, leaving an indelible mark on the world of music. May his soul find eternal peace, and may his music continue to inspire generations to come. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time.”
Deeply saddened to hear of the demise of legendary singer, Pankaj Udhas Ji. His timeless melodies touched the hearts of millions, leaving an indelible mark on the world of music. May his soul find eternal peace, and may his music continue to inspire generations to come. Our… pic.twitter.com/HZ99GAkIL9
— Praful Patel (@praful_patel) February 26, 2024
TV actor Sudhanshu Pandey wrote, “Really sad … heartbreaking to hear this .. what a fab human Om Shanti 🙏🙏🙏”
On Monday, the singer's family released a statement confirming the death of the ghazal maestro. The statement read: "With a very heavy heart, we are saddened to inform you of the sad demise of Padmashri Pankaj Udhas on 26th February due to a prolonged illness. Udhas family."
The singer's last rites will be performed on Tuesday (February 27).
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