Renowned folk singer Sharda Sinha, a Padma Bhushan awardee, passed away on November 5, 2024, at the age of 72. She had been battling multiple myeloma, a type of bone marrow cancer, since 2017. She was admitted to AIIMS Delhi on October 25 and reportedly succumbed to refractory shock due to septicemia. Sinha's son Anshuman Sinha confirmed the demise of her mother in a post on Instagram and wrote, "Your prayers and love will always be with mother. She has been called by Chhathi Maiya to her side." Having said that, did you know she has also sung Bollywood songs? Sharda Sinha Dies: PM Narendra Modi Condoles Demise of Noted Folk Singer, Says ‘Irreplaceable Loss For Music World’.

Sharda Sinha's Famous Bollywood Melodies

Sharda Sinha's musical journey extended beyond folk music. She lent her voice to Bollywood films like Maine Pyar Kiya (1989), Hum Aapke Hain Koun (1994), Gangs of Wasseypur (2012) and Chaarfutiya Chhokare (2014). Her soulful rendition of "Kahe Toh Se Sajna" and the emotional "Babul Jo Tum Ne Sikhaya" remains iconic. She seamlessly blended folk elements into mainstream cinema, leaving an enduring legacy. ‘Bihar Kokila’ Sharda Sinha Passes Away at 72; Last Rites To Be Held in Patna.

"Kahe Toh Se Sajna" From 'Maine Pyar Kiya' 

"Taar Bijli" From 'Gangs of Wasseypur 2'

"Kaun Si Nagariya" From 'Chaarfutiya Chhokar'

"Babul" Song From 'Hum Aapke Hain Koun'

Hailing from Bihar, Sharda Sinha was a prominent figure in Indian classical and folk music. She was renowned for her work in Maithili, Bhojpuri and Magahi languages. Her soulful renditions of Chhath Puja songs were particularly popular, and she continued to perform at Chhath events until recently. May her soul RIP.

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