Mumbai, June 1: The Indian music industry mourns the loss of renowned playback singer Suman Kalyanpur, who was laid to rest on Monday. Despite her significant contributions, few from the film and music sectors attended her final farewell. Only playback singer Suresh Wadkar paid his respects to the late artist.
Suman Kalyanpur’s last rites took place at the Pawan Hans crematorium. She is survived by her daughter, Charu. The singer was honored with a state funeral, and her body was draped in the national flag.
Reports indicate that Kalyanpur passed away on Sunday at her residence in Lokhandwala due to old age.
Born on January 28, 1937, Suman Kalyanpur was one of the most celebrated playback singers in Indian cinema. She gained fame in the 1950s and 1960s, singing in Hindi, Marathi, and several other Indian languages.
Throughout her illustrious career, she collaborated with prominent composers such as Shankar-Jaikishan, O.P. Nayyar, and Kalyanji-Anandji. Her duets with Mohammad Rafi became particularly popular, creating timeless songs that continue to resonate with music lovers today.
Kalyanpur rose to prominence following the fallout between legendary singers Lata Mangeshkar and Mohammad Rafi. Her voice was celebrated for its sweetness, clarity, and emotional depth. Even amidst the golden age of playback singing, she carved out a unique identity through her versatility and impeccable singing style.
She sang in multiple languages, including Hindi, Marathi, Assamese, Kannada, and Bengali, and also performed devotional songs and ghazals. Fans of Indian film music continue to appreciate her remarkable contributions.
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