‘Big Loss To The Film Industry’: Madhur Bhandarkar Mourns Demise Of Bappi Lahiri
Mumbai: Bollywood filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar expressed grief over the demise of veteran singer-composer Bappi Lahiri, who left for his heavenly abode on Tuesday night.
ANI quoted the filmmaker saying, “Today it was very sad when we got the news that Bappi Da is no more with us. We grew up listening to his songs- Disco Dancer, Sharabi, Satyamev Jayate and all the films he did. He used to sing very well, he used to compose very well.”
“His contribution will be immense in Hindi films. He was also called Disco King,” he continued, adding, “And I think all his fans, and all the people who listen to his songs, be it marriage or any function.. We all will miss him. And it is a big loss to the film industry.”
Madhur Bhandarkar also tweeted saying, “Shocked to hear of the sad demise of Veteran Music director Bappida, was fortunate to have him sing a track in my film #InduSarkar, an unsurmountable loss to his fans & the music industry. Heartfelt condolences to his family members.” #OmShanti
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Bappi Lahiri passed away at the age of 69 at Criticare Hospital in Mumbai. His doctor Deepak Namjoshi said that the singer-composer passed away on Tuesday night due to several health problems.
The evergreen singer’s last rites will take place on Thursday morning, confirms his family.
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