Bappi Lahiri, known for his disco music in India during the 80s and 90s, passed after different medical problems. He was 69. He was also known as the man of gold, he has a number of other properties to his name and owned 5 luxury cars. Akshay Kumar, Chiranjeevi, Vidya Balan, Karan Johar, and composer AR Rahman, among others, grieved the death of the singer and music composer and said the veteran will stay eternal through his music. Did you know Bappi Lahiri and incredible singer and actor Kishore Kumar are connected?
Indeed, you read that right. Lahiri was likewise connected with amazing artist Kishore Kumar. Kumar Saab was Lahiri’s maternal uncle. Back in September last year, he had shared a legacy picture with his uncle and singer Asha Bhosle. “Precious #kishorekumar #ashabhosle #indivar #anjaan,” he had captioned the post.
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The artist used to regularly share precious legacy photos of his cherished ‘Kishore Mama’. During Kumar’s birth anniversary, Lahiri had shared a priceless pic and wrote, “I miss you everyday! Happy Birthday Mama”.
Bappi Da’s last Bollywood melody named ‘Bhankas’ was for the 2020 film ‘Baaghi 3‘. Akshay Kumar honored the Disco King and expressed, “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.”
The last funeral rites of the legend will be tomorrow in Mumbai. The rituals will take place once his son, Bappa Lahiri returns from LA
