Bappi Lahiri, who passed on at age of 69 in a Mumbai ICU yesterday evening, was remembered by the film society and many others. actors and movie producers recalled the legend for his dynamite commitment to the Hindi film. Akshay Kumar, Ajay Devgn, Vidya Balan, and different stars honored Bappi Lahiri on Twitter. The artist was hospitalized for more than a month, and he was being treated for multiple health issues.
In the latest, Bappi Lahiri sang tracks like Bambai Nagariya from Taxi No 9211 (2006), Ooh La from The Dirty Picture (2011) and Tune Maari Entriyaan from 2014 film Gunday.
Other than Hindi film, Bappi Lahiri likewise gave music for films in Bengali, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Gujarati films. His last Bollywood tune named Bhankas was for the 2020 film Baaghi 3. Bappi Lahiri is credited as a trailblazer of disco music in Bollywood. His most famous tracks were from the movies Disco Dancer, Dance Dance, and Namak Halaal. He made and sang notorious melodies like Koi Yaha Naache from Disco Dancer and Pyar Bina Chain Kaha from Saheb, to give some examples. Other than his music, Bappi Lahiri was known for his particular way of wearing gold chains and sunglasses.
Look at the post shared by some of the celebs beneath
“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
Veteran actor Chiranjeevi posted a throwback pic with the legend and stated: “Deeply anguished at the demise of legendary music director and singer Bappi Lahiri. I had a great association with Bappi da. He gave numerous chartbusters for me, which contributed immensely to my film’s popularity. He will always be remembered for his unique style and his great enthusiasm for life which is reflected in his music. My heartfelt condolences to all his near and dear.”
Rest in Peace Bappi da! #BappiLahiri pic.twitter.com/67QT9U7lgv
— Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) 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),” composed Vidya Balan. Bappi Lahiri had sung Ooh La from The Dirty Picture, in which Vidya Balan played the lead.
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
“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.” Ajay Devgn wrote.
Producer Hansal Mehta wrote in his remembrance: “Another legend gone. Bappi Lahiri. Had the good fortune of working closely with him when I shot an ad for Pand G and then when I worked with White Feather Films for Sanjay Gupta. Man of incredible melody and talent.”
“You will get the dance floors grooving anywhere you go Bappi Da. I am a disco dancer because of you. And so many more will be because your music will live on. Om Shanti,” Shanti,” composed Dia Mirza.
You will get the dance floors grooving anywhere you go Bappi Da❤️????????✨ I am a disco dancer because of you. And so many more will be, because your music will live on. Om Shanti pic.twitter.com/qfXRGMWX2z
— Dia Mirza (@deespeak) February 16, 2022
“A heartfelt tribute to legendary music composer and pop culture singer Bappi Lahiri Ji. May his soul rest in peace. My condolences to the family,” tweeted entertainer Sidharth Malhotra.
A heartfelt tribute to legendary music composer and pop culture singer #BappiLahiri Ji. May his soul rest in peace. My Condolences to the family.????????
— Sidharth Malhotra (@SidMalhotra) February 16, 2022
