Iconic singer Bappi Lahiri’s demise news broke last morning which left the nation in a state of shock. The legendary musician breathed his last on Tuesday night (February 15). He was 69. Several celebrities were snapped arriving at Bappi Da’s house on February 16. Amitabh Bachchan, who had collaborated with the singer for many iconic songs back in the day, wrote an emotional tribute on his blog post.
After many celebs offered their condolences on social media, Big B called Bappi Da “extraordinaire” in his daily blog post. “Bappi Lahiri .. music director extraordinaire passes away .. shocked and surprised and in the misery of these tragic events of ‘passing’ in the rapid succession of times .. his songs of films with me are and shall I believe remain eternal .. they are played hummed sung along in these modern generation times with alacrity and rejoice .. and the ability of his sense of success with a particular moment, untethered .. checking in to board a flight at Heathrow from London to home and a gentle tap on your shoulder,” he wrote.
He further added, “Your this film is going to be very successful and the song I just gave, shall be remembered for ages’ .. he was right .. and learning the graphs of some, at his modest home, in rehearsal, an even greater experience .. slowly they all leave us.”
The mortal remains of Bappi Lahiri have been taken to Pawan Hans Crematorium in Vile Parle, Mumbai for final rites. His son Bappa Lahiri who arrived this morning from The US will be performing the last rites.
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