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Lata Mangeshkar remembered by leaders and stars on 97th birth anniversary
India's legendary playback singer Lata Mangeshkar is being remembered by various public figures on her 97th birth anniversary. Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to the singer, noting her role in illuminating the nation's name globally through her talent and her contributions to the country's prosperity.
Veteran actors Jackie Shroff and Anil Kapoor, along with singer Roop Kumar Rathod, also shared heartfelt messages on social media, describing her voice as a cultural force and an emotion that has touched generations. Mangeshkar, often referred to as the ‘Nightingale of India’, passed away in 2022 at the age of 92.
Her career, which began in the 1940s, spanned over 36 Indian languages and included collaborations with renowned composers such as AR Rahman and RD Burman. She was a recipient of numerous honors, including the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award, the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, and the Padma Vibhushan.
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- [● 2 SOURCES] Lata Mangeshkar passed away in Mumbai on February 6, 2022, at age 92.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Lata Mangeshkar was born on September 28, 1929.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Singer Nitin Mukesh shared an emotional tribute to Lata Mangeshkar on her birth anniversary.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Lata Mangeshkar on her 97th birth anniversary.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Lata Mangeshkar recorded songs in over 36 Indian languages.