Lata Mangeshkar Passes Away at the Age of 92, Shahrukh Khan and Aamir Khan Pay Their Last Respects

Kapanlagi.com - The entertainment world of India is mourning the death of their legendary singer, Lata Mangeshkar. Lata passed away yesterday, Sunday (6/2) at Mumbai Hospital.

Before taking her last breath, Lata suffered from acute pneumonia and covid-19. She had been hospitalized since January 2021 and was reported to have shown improvement.

However, fate had other plans, and Lata was declared dead at the age of 92. The departure of the singer, who has sung thousands of songs in 980 film titles, has left the entire India in mourning.

One of Lata's songs known worldwide is the OST of the film KABHI KHUSHI KABHIE GHAM. The last album recorded by the singer was for the film project VEER-ZAARA.

1. SRK Gives Final Tribute

SRK gives final respects to Lata © ndtv.com

Wearing a white shirt, Shahrukh Khan came to the funeral place of the late Lata in Mumbai. He paid his final respects to the singer whose voice adorned dozens of his films.

Actor Aamir Khan also came to pay his respects, he came with his daughter, Ira Khan. In addition, actor Ranbir Kapoor was also seen wearing a white kurta.

Actresses Vidya Balan and Shraddha Kapoor were also seen among the hundreds of mourners present. They are all deeply saddened by the departure of Lata, whose voice is very iconic.

2. Duet with Rhoma Irama

Duet Rhoma and Lata © YouTube/Rhoma Irama Official

Lata is a renowned singer who is not only known in India, but also worldwide. She sings in various languages, mastering 20 languages in addition to Hindi.

What many people don't know is that Lata once collaborated with Rhoma Irama. In the mid-'90s, Lata sang Rhoma's songs in the Indian language and the king of dangdut sang Lata's songs in Indonesian.

Their most famous duet is the song Wahai Pesona. The voice of the king of dangdut and the queen of melody is still loved by many people to this day.

3. Simple

Aamir Khan pays final respects to Lata © ndtv.com

Having a successful career and being relied upon in every film project, Lata has immeasurable wealth. However, until the end of her life, Lata lived simply.

Despite being wealthy, she did not use her money for herself. Lata chose to live in a modest apartment and donate her wealth to others.

4. Generous

Ranbir Kapoor pays final tribute to Lata © ndtv.com

Lata is known to have built a hospital for the poor. Almost all of her wealth she gives to those in need and she lives in simplicity.

The singer who started her career in 1942 also became the backbone of her family. After working hard, finally in 1949 Lata's name became widely known and then soared endlessly.

5. Goodbye, Lata

Lata Mangeshkar © ndtv.com

Throughout her life, Lata received many awards. Not only from the entertainment world, but also awards from the Indian government.

It is recorded that she has received the Bharat Ratna, Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Dadasaheb Phalke Award. While the awards from the entertainment world are countless.

Goodbye, Lata.

(kpl/phi)