<p>On February 26, the music world lost a gem. The veteran singer Pankaj Udhas passed away at the age of 72. The music maestro who has given timeless hits like ''Chitthi Aayee Hai", "Ahista", "Thodi Thodi Piya Karo" breathed his last in Mumbai after a prolonged illness. Hours after the saddening news of the legendary singer's death was shared, his friend and singer Anup Jalota revealed that the 72-year-old singer had been battling cancer.<br />
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Speaking to Indian Express, Jalota said Pankaj was suffering from&nbsp;pancreatic cancer and he had known about his health condition for the last five to six months.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-remembering-pankaj-udhas-1951-2024-revisiting-musical-maestros-timeless-hits-694073">Remembering Pankaj Udhas (1951-2024): Revisiting musical maestro’s timeless hits</a></p>

<p>Mourning the loss of his&nbsp;friend, Anup said that Pankaj helped so many cancer patients and the singer himself died of the same disease. He&nbsp;said, “People have lost Pankaj Udhas, but I have lost a very dear friend today. We were friends for 45 years. We used to spend beautiful evenings together. In those days, Pankaj, me, and Talat Aziz were famous. We would work together.”</p>

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<p>“The man who helped so many cancer patients, himself died of cancer. That is life. He had pancreatic cancer. I knew this for the last 5 to 6 months, and he stopped talking to me in the last 2-3 months, so I realised that his health was not okay. I feel very sad that this illness took his life.”</p>

<p>Pankaj's death was confirmed by her daughter Nayaab. In a statement, she said, “With a very heavy heart, we are saddened to inform you of the sad demise of Padmashri Pankaj Udhas on February 26, 2024, due to a prolonged illness.”&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Also read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/iconic-singer-pankaj-udhas-passes-away-tributes-pour-in-for-the-ghazal-maestro-694041">Iconic singer Pankaj Udhas passes away: Tributes pour in for the Ghazal maestro</a></p>

<p>The music maestro's death has left a huge void that would be impossible to fill. With his honeyed voice, the singer has sung several songs and ghazals like "Chitthi Aayee Hai", "Chandi Jaisa Rang Hai'', "Jeeye To Jeeye Kaise'', ''Aaj Phir Tumpe'' among others, that went on to become timeless hits.&nbsp;</p>

<p>For his immense contribution to the world of music, he was awarded Padmashree, the fourth-highest civilian award of India.</p>

<p>Pankaj is survived by his wife Farida Udhas, daughters Nayaab and Reva Udhas. His last rites will be held on Tuesday (Feb 26).</p>


On February 26, the music world lost a gem. The veteran singer Pankaj Udhas passed away at the age of 72. The music maestro who has given timeless hits like ''Chitthi Aayee Hai", "Ahista", "Thodi Thodi Piya Karo" breathed his last in Mumbai after a prolonged illness.

On February 26, the music world lost a gem. The veteran singer Pankaj Udhas passed away at the age of 72. The music maestro who has given timeless hits like ''Chitthi Aayee Hai", "Ahista", "Thodi Thodi Piya Karo" breathed his last in Mumbai after a prolonged illness. Hours after the saddening news of the legendary singer's death was shared, his friend and singer Anup Jalota revealed that the 72-year-old singer had been battling cancer. Speaking to Indian Express, Jalota said Pankaj was suffering from pancreatic cancer and he had known about his health condition for the last five to six months. Also read: Remembering Pankaj Udhas (1951-2024): Revisiting musical maestro’s timeless hits Mourning the loss of his friend, Anup said that Pankaj helped so many cancer patients and the singer himself died of the same disease. He said, “People have lost Pankaj Udhas, but I have lost a very dear friend today. We were friends for 45 years. We used to spend beautiful evenings together. In those days, Pankaj, me, and Talat Aziz were famous. We would work together.” Shocking 😞.... Music legend & my Friend #PankajUdhas passes away. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his Family and loved ones during this difficult time. 🙏 pic.twitter.com/JT7f8tFMUn — Anup Jalota (@anupjalota) February 26, 2024 × “The man who helped so many cancer patients, himself died of cancer. That is life. He had pancreatic cancer. I knew this for the last 5 to 6 months, and he stopped talking to me in the last 2-3 months, so I realised that his health was not okay. I feel very sad that this illness took his life.” Pankaj's death was confirmed by her daughter Nayaab. In a statement, she said, “With a very heavy heart, we are saddened to inform you of the sad demise of Padmashri Pankaj Udhas on February 26, 2024, due to a prolonged illness.” Also read: Iconic singer Pankaj Udhas passes away: Tributes pour in for the Ghazal maestro The music maestro's death has left a huge void that would be impossible to fill. With his honeyed voice, the singer has sung several songs and ghazals like "Chitthi Aayee Hai", "Chandi Jaisa Rang Hai'', "Jeeye To Jeeye Kaise'', ''Aaj Phir Tumpe'' among others, that went on to become timeless hits. For his immense contribution to the world of music, he was awarded Padmashree, the fourth-highest civilian award of India. Pankaj is survived by his wife Farida Udhas, daughters Nayaab and Reva Udhas. His last rites will be held on Tuesday (Feb 26).

Pankaj Udhas was suffering from pancreatic cancer, confirms friend Anup Jalota

<p>Renowned playback singer, ghazal maestro and music composer Pankaj Udhas is no more. The musical maestro breathed his last on Feb 26 at the Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai after a prolonged illness. In his career spanning more than five decades, the ghazal&nbsp; maestro&nbsp;was known for his soulful ghazals and songs.</p>

<p>Over the decades, the singer has carved a&nbsp;place in the hearts of his millions of fans with his melodious voice. He began singing at a very young age, and&nbsp;soon became a household voice with his instant hits like "Chitthi Aayee Hai", "Chandi Jaisa Rang Hai'', "Jeeye To Jeeye Kaise'', ''Aaj Phir Tumpe'' among others.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/iconic-singer-pankaj-udhas-passes-away-tributes-pour-in-for-the-ghazal-maestro-694041">Iconic singer Pankaj Udhas passes away: Tributes pour in for the Ghazal maestro</a></p>

<p>Remembering Pankaj Udhas, here we take a trip down the memory lane and look back at the timeless classics of the legendary singer.&nbsp;</p>

<h2>1. Chitthi Aayi Hai</h2>

<p>After becoming a big name in the world of ghazals, the singer&nbsp;made his foray into Bollywood with Mahesh Bhatt's directorial <em>Naam. </em>In the movie, he sang ''Chitti Aayi Hai''; the ghazal that captured the poignant feeling of staying away from loved ones.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>2. Aur Aahista Kijiye Baatein</h2>

<p>The ghazal titled “Aur Aahista Kijiye Baatein” from his album <em>Stolen Moments</em> (1999) holds a very special place in the hearts of music lovers. The soulful rendition of this song and its melody have&nbsp;transcended generations.</p>

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<h2>3. Chandi Jaisa Rang Hai Tera</h2>

<p>Another evocative ghazal that delves deep into the world of love and its innocence is&nbsp;his ''Chandi Jaisa Rang Hai Tera.''&nbsp;All the emotions are doubled when they come through the voice of the music&nbsp;maestro.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>4. Thodi Thodi Piya Karo</strong></h2>

<p>One of Pankaj's songs resonated with the audience in the early 90s, when it was released, and now and forever. With this timeless ghazal, Pankaj gave this genre a fresh perspective.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>5. Na Kajre Ki Dhar</h2>

<p>Pankaj Udhas' timeless love ballad with mesmerising vocals has made millions of people fall in love with his voice all over again.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>6. Jeeye To Jeeye Kaise</h2>

<p>In 1991, Pankaj Udhas sang this heartfelt song in the movie <em>Saajan</em> starring Sanjay Dutt. The soulful rendition strikes a chord with listeners even today, making it a timeless classic.</p>

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Renowned playback singer, ghazal maestro and music composer Pankaj Udhas is no more. The musical maestro breathed his last on Feb 26 at the Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai after a prolonged illness.

Renowned playback singer, ghazal maestro and music composer Pankaj Udhas is no more. The musical maestro breathed his last on Feb 26 at the Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai after a prolonged illness. In his career spanning more than five decades, the ghazal maestro was known for his soulful ghazals and songs. Over the decades, the singer has carved a place in the hearts of his millions of fans with his melodious voice. He began singing at a very young age, and soon became a household voice with his instant hits like "Chitthi Aayee Hai", "Chandi Jaisa Rang Hai'', "Jeeye To Jeeye Kaise'', ''Aaj Phir Tumpe'' among others. Iconic singer Pankaj Udhas passes away: Tributes pour in for the Ghazal maestro Remembering Pankaj Udhas, here we take a trip down the memory lane and look back at the timeless classics of the legendary singer. 1. Chitthi Aayi Hai After becoming a big name in the world of ghazals, the singer made his foray into Bollywood with Mahesh Bhatt's directorial Naam. In the movie, he sang ''Chitti Aayi Hai''; the ghazal that captured the poignant feeling of staying away from loved ones. 2. Aur Aahista Kijiye Baatein The ghazal titled “Aur Aahista Kijiye Baatein” from his album Stolen Moments (1999) holds a very special place in the hearts of music lovers. The soulful rendition of this song and its melody have transcended generations. 3. Chandi Jaisa Rang Hai Tera Another evocative ghazal that delves deep into the world of love and its innocence is his ''Chandi Jaisa Rang Hai Tera.'' All the emotions are doubled when they come through the voice of the music maestro. 4. Thodi Thodi Piya Karo One of Pankaj's songs resonated with the audience in the early 90s, when it was released, and now and forever. With this timeless ghazal, Pankaj gave this genre a fresh perspective. 5. Na Kajre Ki Dhar Pankaj Udhas' timeless love ballad with mesmerising vocals has made millions of people fall in love with his voice all over again. 6. Jeeye To Jeeye Kaise In 1991, Pankaj Udhas sang this heartfelt song in the movie Saajan starring Sanjay Dutt. The soulful rendition strikes a chord with listeners even today, making it a timeless classic.

Remembering Pankaj Udhas (1951-2024): Revisiting musical maestro’s timeless hits

<p id="0"><strong>Ghazal Singer Pankaj Udhas Death:&nbsp;</strong>Legendary singer Pankaj Udhas is no more.&nbsp;The veteran&nbsp;ghazal&nbsp;singer passed away on Monday (Feb 26) after a prolonged illness. He was 72 years old. The saddening news was shared by his daughter Nayaab Udhas.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The late singer was widely known for his soulful renditions and gazals. In his career spanning over decades, the singer has sung several songs and gazals&nbsp;like ''Chitthi Aayi Hai,''&nbsp;"Aur Ahista Kijiye Baatein,'' which went on to become cult classics.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/iconic-singer-pankaj-udhas-passes-away-tributes-pour-in-for-the-ghazal-maestro-694041">Iconic singer Pankaj Udhas passes away: tributes pour in for the Ghazal maestro</a></p>

<p>His last rites will be held on Tuesday (Feb 26).</p>

<h2>Daughter shared news of his demise</h2>

<p>Veteran classical singer Pankaj Udhas’s daughter Nayaab shared the post on&nbsp;her Instagram handle.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In a statement, she said, “With a very heavy heart, we are saddened to inform you of the sad demise of Padmashri Pankaj Udhas on February 26, 2024, due to a prolonged illness.”&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Born on May 17, 1951, in Jetpur, Gujarat, Udhas comes from a family of&nbsp;musicians. His father, Manohar Udhas, was a Gujarati folk singer, and his brother Nirmal Udhas was also a well-known ghazal singer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He began his career in 1980 when he released his first&nbsp;ghazal album "Aahat". Further, he released ghazal albums that became&nbsp;instant hits like "Mukarrar" in 1981, "Tarrannum" in 1982, "Mehfil" in 1983,&nbsp;and "Aafreen" in 1986. After immense success&nbsp;in the world of ghazals,&nbsp;he was offered to sing in movies, which took his career to more heights. In 1986, the late musical maestro sang&nbsp;"Chitthi Aayee Hai" in Mahesh Bhatt's movie<em> Naam</em> starring Sanjay Dutt. The emotional&nbsp;song with heartfelt lyrics and Udhas' melodious voice continues to be a public&nbsp;favourite to date.</p>

<p>Udhas' other timeless hits include ''Chandi Jaisa Rang Hai'' from the 1998 film <em>Ek Hi Maqsad</em>, ''Jeeye To Jeeye Kaise'' from the 1991 film <em>Saajan</em>, "Aaj Phir Tumpe" from the 1988 film <em>Dayavan </em>and ''Chhupana Bhi Nahi Aata'' from 1993<em> Baazigar</em> among others.</p>

<p>For his immense contribution to the world of music, he was&nbsp;awarded Padmashree,&nbsp; the&nbsp;fourth-highest civilian award of India,&nbsp;the Indira Gandhi Priyadarshani Award, and the Kalakar&nbsp;Award among others.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pankaj is survived by his wife Farida Udhas, daughters Nayaab and Reva Udhas.<br />
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Ghazal Singer Pankaj Udhas Death: Legendary singer Pankaj Udhas is no more. The veteran ghazal singer passed away on Monday (Feb 26) after a prolonged illness. He was 72 years old.

Ghazal Singer Pankaj Udhas Death: Legendary singer Pankaj Udhas is no more. The veteran ghazal singer passed away on Monday (Feb 26) after a prolonged illness. He was 72 years old. The saddening news was shared by his daughter Nayaab Udhas. The late singer was widely known for his soulful renditions and gazals. In his career spanning over decades, the singer has sung several songs and gazals like ''Chitthi Aayi Hai,'' "Aur Ahista Kijiye Baatein,'' which went on to become cult classics. Iconic singer Pankaj Udhas passes away: tributes pour in for the Ghazal maestro His last rites will be held on Tuesday (Feb 26). Daughter shared news of his demise Veteran classical singer Pankaj Udhas’s daughter Nayaab shared the post on her Instagram handle. In a statement, she said, “With a very heavy heart, we are saddened to inform you of the sad demise of Padmashri Pankaj Udhas on February 26, 2024, due to a prolonged illness.” View this post on Instagram A post shared by Nayaab Udhas (@nayaabudhas) × Born on May 17, 1951, in Jetpur, Gujarat, Udhas comes from a family of musicians. His father, Manohar Udhas, was a Gujarati folk singer, and his brother Nirmal Udhas was also a well-known ghazal singer. He began his career in 1980 when he released his first ghazal album "Aahat". Further, he released ghazal albums that became instant hits like "Mukarrar" in 1981, "Tarrannum" in 1982, "Mehfil" in 1983, and "Aafreen" in 1986. After immense success in the world of ghazals, he was offered to sing in movies, which took his career to more heights. In 1986, the late musical maestro sang "Chitthi Aayee Hai" in Mahesh Bhatt's movie Naam starring Sanjay Dutt. The emotional song with heartfelt lyrics and Udhas' melodious voice continues to be a public favourite to date. Udhas' other timeless hits include ''Chandi Jaisa Rang Hai'' from the 1998 film Ek Hi Maqsad, ''Jeeye To Jeeye Kaise'' from the 1991 film Saajan, "Aaj Phir Tumpe" from the 1988 film Dayavan and ''Chhupana Bhi Nahi Aata'' from 1993 Baazigar among others. For his immense contribution to the world of music, he was awarded Padmashree, the fourth-highest civilian award of India, the Indira Gandhi Priyadarshani Award, and the Kalakar Award among others. Pankaj is survived by his wife Farida Udhas, daughters Nayaab and Reva Udhas.

Pankaj Udhas death: Legendary Indian ghazal singer passes away at 72