Mumbai, India (CU)_ Following the demise of Nightingale of India, Bharat Ratna Lata Mangeshkar, bollywood celebrities are still pouring their tributes to the famous singer who died at the age of 92. The famous vocalist died after a 28-day struggle with Covid-19, pneumonia, and other complications, leaving behind a legacy that will be difficult to replace.
Actress Kangana Ranaut shared the Hindi film industry’s sincere sentiments when she commented on her Instagram story. She wrote, “What a loss!! India’s most beautiful voice is gone!! There will never be another Lataji”.
Anil Kapoor expressed his sadness but stated that he was fortunate to have known and loved this extraordinary person. Lata Mangeshkar had sung for A.R. Rahman in ‘Pukar,’ the Raj Kumar Santoshi film starring Anil Kapoor. He wrote, “Lataji holds a place in our hearts that will never be taken by anyone else. That’s how profoundly she has impacted our lives with her music. May she rest in peace and light up the heavens with her brightness.”
Actor Jackie Shroff took to Instagram and uploaded a photo of himself clutching a photograph of the nonagenarian and captioned it with a sadness emoji. Shahid Kapoor took to Instagram and wrote, “An icon, a legend … words will always fall short. Thank you for your glorious voice, Lataji. It will resonate worldwide for generations to come. RIP”.
Actress Tamannaah Bhatia referred to it as the end of an era. She wrote, “We lost a legend today. Truly, an end of an era. May her soul rest in peace and glory.” Pooja Bhatt, an actress and director, wrote, “#LataMangeshkar To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.”
Director Madhur Bhandarkar left a personal note saying, “She has been a mother figure to me over the years, used to call her every fortnight and have conversations. It’s a personal loss for me. Her presence will be immensely missed in my life. Love you Didi. #OmShanti #VoiceofIndia”. Rapper Badshah referenced a song she performed. He wrote, “Tera saaya sath hoga. Rest in Peace, Lataji.”
Actress Nimrat Kaur wrote, “India lost her voice today”, and added, “There will never be another … #RIPLataMangeshkar ji”. Director Kunal Kohli stated that he had the privilege of working with Lata Mangeshkar on his debut film, ‘Mujhse Dosti Karoge.’ He wrote, “Recording with you was a learning and fun experience. Can’t forget how you pulled my leg by making me give ‘sur’! Your life will always be celebrated. #LataMangeshkar a medley of your songs by you.”
Actress Dia Mirza wrote with a vintage portrait of the late singer. She wrote, “Lata Mangeshkarji’s voice will always be India’s voice. Our glorious nightingale of India. Our Bharat Ratna.” Esha Deol, whose father Actor Darmendra has been in films with Lata Mangeshkar’s songs, expressed astonishment and heartbreak at the news. She wrote, “Her melodious voice will live in our hearts forever. Condolences to the family. OM Shanti #LataMangeshkar ji”.
