Indian singer and actor (1929-1987)
'Didn't Even Know One Song': Kishore-Kumar Fan Abhishek Bachchan Attended Ariana Grande Concert For Daughter Aaradhya
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malaysia pm anwar ibrahim steals the show with kishore kumar song at brics dinner
malaysia’s pm anwar ibrahim stole the show at the brics dinner as he joined ... Show more
Infusing a distinctive cultural resonance into his official visit to the national capital, Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim blended statecraft with ... Show more
Case before Patna High Court: ‘How is Kishore Kumar biography a book on cinema?’: Sinha has moved the court seeking to quash the 70th National Film Award for ...
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Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim’s impromptu performance of Kishore Kumar’s ‘Khwab Ho Tum Ya Koi Haqeeqat’ at the BRICS Summit in Delhi has captivated ... Show more
Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim sings popular Kishore Kumar song, video wins internet
Malaysian PM Anwar Ibrahim sings popular Kishore Kumar song, video wins internet
Malaysia PM Anwar Ibrahim gave the 18th BRICS Summit an unexpected Bollywood moment on Saturday (Sept 12), belting out Kishore Kumar's popular “Khwaab Ho ... Show more
Day 1 of the BRICS Summit in New Delhi saw leaders reach consensus on the New Delhi Declaration, Chinese President Xi Jinping skip the gala dinner ... Show more
QuickCheck: Did a video of PM Anwar singing a Hindi song go viral?: FOREIGN diplomacy usually involves meetings, carefully chosen words and lengthy discussions.
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Karnataka: MLC urges govt to fix loopholes in e-Swathu 2.0 software: E-Swathu 2.0: MLC Kishore Kumar urged Karnataka to fix technical glitches and administrative ...
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Four Indian surfers cleared for historic Asian Games debut after legal dust settles
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Leena Chandavarkar on Kishore Kumar’s behaviour and marriage insecurities; psychologist weighs in
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Amitabh Bachchan Reveals Kishore Kumar Once Confused Him With His Son Amit Kumar: Amitabh Bachchan described Kishore Kumar as a warm and generous person
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Battle for Bankipur: PK debut on new BJP chief’s turf could be his headache: The BJP's Neeraj Kumar Sinha is banking on counting in some of the more ...
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Oman Observer Aug 15
Khareef, Salalah and the voice of Kishore Kumar: There are moments in life when an old photograph is no longer just a photograph. It becomes a doorway ...
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How Kishore Kumar became a timeless icon across India, Pakistan and beyond: From inspiring a German professor to learn Hindi to captivating audiences across ...
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From inspiring a German professor to learn Hindi to captivating audiences across Pakistan, his music continues to transcend generations and borders
👉 How Kishore Kumar became a timeless icon across India, Pakistan and beyond
Kishore Kumar’s Song Becomes Gen Z’s Anthem of Protest: Aaj Rusva Teri Galiyon Mein Mohabbat Hogi transcended time to give lyrical voice to the recent student ...
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When Kishore Kumar’s secret wedding left Dev Anand dreading Ashok Kumar’s wrath: Amit Kumar looked back on Kishore Kumar's romance with Ruma Guha Thakurta ...
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Why BJP’s candidate switch in Nitin Nabin’s seat can give ammo to Prashant Kishor’s bid
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S. Janaki death: When Bollywood jived to the singer's infectious voice: Explore S. Janaki's extraordinary journey as a pan-Indian musical icon ...
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Key FactsLegendary South Indian Singer S. Janaki Passes Away
Jul 12, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thestar.com.my
- S. Janaki passed away peacefully at age 88 in Mysuru after suffering a cardiac arrest while under intensive care.
- Her singing career commenced in 1957, spanning over six decades and covering a repertoire in 20 languages including Tamil and Telugu.
- She was acclaimed for her unique ability to adapt her voice to different characters, earning her the title 'Queen of Expression.'
- Her achievements include 12 Nandi Awards, a Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award, and multiple state honors recognizing her contributions.
IPL Today’s Match GT vs SRH Playing 11: Know date, time, venue and full squads: GT vs SRH IPL 2026 match today will be played at Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad ...
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Kartik Aaryan’s film is nowhere close to finish line, Anurag Basu says they’ve shot only 45 days
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After Ranbir Kapoor chose Ramayana over the Kishore Kumar biopic, Anurag Basu lauds his Lord Rama look: ‘It takes a lot of courage’
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Following the tragic bus accident in Markapuram today, authorities have established a command and control room at the local RDO office ... Show more
When Kishore Kumar Watched Madhubala Die In Front Of His Eyes: "She Would Rave And Rant In Frustration"
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Kangana Ranaut Enjoys "Sansad Mein Sukoon Ke Kuch Pal" With Dream Girl Hema Malini
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Kuwait Times Feb 14
Popularly known among Indian expatriates as the “Kuwaiti Kishore Kumar,” Mubarak Al-Rashed Al-Azmi has emerged as a unique cultural bridge between Kuwait and ... Show more
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A Valentine love story with Bollywood classics: From Pakeezah and Sadak to Arzoo, Balika Badhu and Mughal-e-Azam, revisit classic Bollywood love stories and ...
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Kuwait Times Feb 12
The Kuwaiti voice singing Bollywood’s soul | Kuwait Times Newspaper: Popularly known among Indian expatriates as the “Kuwaiti Kishore Kumar” ...
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They say a "friend like no other" is rare, but these gentlemen proved that true brotherhood lasts a lifetime. In a video that’s touching hearts ... Show more
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80 candidates from minority communities: A total of 80 candidates from religious and ethnic minority communities are contesting in Bangladesh''s 13th ...
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Censors cut Howrah Bridge scene where Madhubala’s scarf touched Ashok Kumar’s lips: Director’s son recalls CBFC calling it ‘very sexy’
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Dilip Kumar’s sisters created ‘hostile environment’ for wife Saira Banu leading to her hospitalisation; ‘orchestrated’ his second marriage to drive her away
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Lekka Blends Nostalgia and New-Age Pop in One in a Billion: One in a Billion is out now and available on all streaming platforms.
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2nd National Cultural Pythian Games Conclude In Bengaluru: The Pythian Games played with great participation to keep the traditions alive
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Veteran Playback Singer, Actor Sulakshana Pandit Passes Away: Sulakshana began her cinematic journey with the 1975 release Uljhan, where she starred opposite the ...
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Virat Kohli’s luxe Mumbai eatery sparks chatter over menu
: One8 Commune in Kishore Kumar’s Juhu bungalow blends nostalgia and luxury dining flair
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Bihar Election 2025: Full list of 51 candidates from Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party, Mathematician KC Sinha to battle from Kumhrar
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Dhamdaha Poll Guide for Bihar Assembly Election 2025: Voting date, full schedule, candidates and key details
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Kishore Kumar’s fourth wife almost left him due to insecurity, accepts she was scared of him: ‘He made a face like an animal, like he has gone mad’
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Saharsa Poll Guide for Bihar Assembly Election 2025: Voting date, full schedule, candidates and key details
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Iconic Bollywood singer was so poor, he scrounged for fallen pennies on the street; sang at a dance bar, lived in a slum
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After AI Made Kishore Kumar I find this AI very cruel when they try to produce songs like Yeh gaana agar Kishore da gaate," said Shaan
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‘Kishore Kumar held my father’s feet at his funeral, cried like a child’: Mohammed Rafi’s son Shahid dismisses reports of their feud
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The Actress Who Was A Star At 18, A Widow At 25, Married Kishore Kumar While Being 7 Months Pregnant, And A Widow Again At 37
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In an inspiring video, specially-abled biker Kishore Kumar shared a memorable moment with a solo woman traveller from Chandigarh who covered the regions of ... Show more
Swapping Dialogues, Shaving Head Mid-Shoot: Why Kishore Kumar Did Everything He Could To Not Act In Films
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Amitabh Bachchan, Moushumi romance in rain in AI-generated cover of Saiyaara, fans impressed by Kishore Kumar version | Bollywood - Hindustan Times
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Rajesh Khanna leapt at the opportunity to replace a miffed Amitabh Bachchan on Kishore Kumar’s last film, didn’t charge a rupee
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Ex-MLA Seeks Water Release Before Chief Minister Visit: Kishore Kumar argued that the Chief Minister has no moral right to visit, having failed to fulfil ...
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Kishore Kumar detested first wife Ruma, watched second wife Madhubala die, called third marriage with Yogeeta Bali a ‘joke’
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Mohd Rafi was depressed, grew his beard after Bollywood said he was ‘finished’, chose Kishore Kumar: ‘He would say I’m not a singer’
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Once adored by millions, the Bollywood star spent her final days alone, battling illness, poverty, and legal troubles
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‘Stupid, friendless city’: Bollywood’s greatest actor-singer hated acting and Mumbai, felt he was ‘conned’ because of his famous older brother
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‘His wife was found begging at railway station’: Forgotten composer who launched Lata Mangeshkar and Kishore Kumar died penniless
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Called Bollywood’s Marilyn Monroe; this Golden Age superstar died broken and alone at 36, abandoned by husband Kishore Kumar
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Kishore Kumar said he was ‘never in love’ with Madhubala: ‘Doctors told her you can’t have sex, children’
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Kishore Kumar refused to pay bribe to 'someone in ministry' for National Award, reveals son Amit Kumar
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Kishore Kumar’s son Amit says he would sleep with him, ‘mummy’ Madhubala, would kick her a lot: ‘Aapka ladka bahut laat maarta hai’
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Kishore Kumar left ailing wife Madhubala amid worsening health; would visit her once in 2 months, disconnect phone: ‘Being abandoned killed her’
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‘Kishore Kumar ko to Padma Shri bhi naseeb nahi hua’ : Sonu Nigam starts online discussion
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Key FactsSonu Nigam calls for recognition of unawarded singers
Jan 27, 2025 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: hindustantimes.com
- Sonu Nigam expressed disappointment over Kishore Kumar, Alka Yagnik, and Shreya Ghoshal not receiving Padma awards.
- In an Instagram video, he highlighted that these talented singers, who have inspired many, have yet to be recognized.
- He pointed out that Kishore Kumar has not even received a posthumous Padma Shri, while Mohammed Rafi has been honored.
- Nigam urged fans to name other deserving individuals in various fields who have not yet been awarded.