New Delhi: Veteran singer Bhupinder Singh, best known for his ghazals, breathed his last at a Mumbai hospital on Monday, July 18. He was 82. The ‘Dil Dhoondta Hai’ fame singer was suffering from colon ailment for some time, and also contracted Covid in the past few days.
From hating singing and musical instruments as a child to becoming one of the legends of ghazals, the veteran singer came a long way. Bhupinder Singh got his first big break with Rajesh Khanna starrer ‘Aakhri Khat’ in 1966. The legendary singer, best known for his heavy bass voice, gave Bollywood some of its most memorable songs. Bhupinder Singh might not be with us anymore, but his soulful singing will remain with us, forever.
Here are some of the most memorable songs sung by the late singer:
1. Honthon Pe Aisi Baat- Jewel Thief
Starring Dev Anand and Vaijayanthi Mala, singers Lata Mangeshkar and Bhupinder Singh breathed life into the song with their voices. One of the most popular songs of its time, it still remains popular for its beats and music.
2. Do Deewane Shehar Mein- Gharaonda
One of the most beautiful romantic tracks of all times, the song encapsulates the beauty of a couple in love who are looking for a job and a place to settle down.
3. Dil Dhoondta Hai- Mausam
Another iconic hit of the late singer, this song shows the mournful side of Bhupinder Singh’s voice. It is composed by Madan Mohan and written by Gulzar.
4. Karoge Yaad Toh- Bazaar
Remembered as one of his most iconic songs, it garnered him a lot of praise. The lyrics of the song were penned by Bashar Nawaz and the music composed by Mohammed Zahur Khayyam.
5. Huzoor Is Kadar Bhi Na Itra Ke Chaliye- Masoom
Starring Naseeruddin Shah and Shabana Azmi, the singer’s powerful vocals brought the beautiful composition by Rahul Dev Burman, to life.
Bhupinder Singh will always remain an integral part of the music industry.
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