When any artist passes away, it’s a loss that the country collectively mourns. February 26, Monday is indeed such a day. The legendary Ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas is no longer among his. His family shared an official statement to announce the singer’s death at the age of 72 due to a prolonged illness. Many celebrities from the film fraternity and many ministers including Narendra Modi mourned the loss. But Pankaj Udhas will forever stay alive in our hearts with the melodies that he has left behind. Here’s a playlist of some of his songs that will make you cry a river.
Chitthi Aayi Hai
I am sure that you must have listened to this song already. One of our all-time favourites is the song ‘Chitthi Aayi Hai’ from the Yaad. The song is for all the people who left India and settled abroad in search of good jobs and a better lifestyle. It perfectly captures their feelings and the voice of Pankaj Udhas always hits the right chord.
Ahista
This is another popular song by Pankaj Udhas that is perfect to set the romantic mood right but also has an unsettling depth to it.
Jeeye Toh Jeeye Kaise
This is a popular song from Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit starrer Saajan. Please keep a tissue handy because it’s kaafi emotional!
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Chupana Bhi Nahi Aata
Pankaj Udhas has also sung a version of the Baazigar song ‘Chupana Bhi Nahi Aata’, the music of which is composed by Anu Malik. It’s a nice song that should definitely be on your playlist!
Zakhm Jo Paaye
If you’re looking for a Pankaj Udhas ghazal that instantly makes you burst into tears, then do hear it once. The song is from one of his albums released in 2018.
Let his songs stay alive forever!