Singer Anup Ghosal, known for 'Tujhse Naraz Nahi Zindagi,' passes away at 77

Renowned Bengali singer Anup Ghosal, famous for his rendition of 'Tujhse Naraz Nahi Zindagi' from the 1983 film Masoom, breathed his last at the age of 77 in Kolkata. Ghosal, who had been hospitalized for old age ailments, succumbed to multi-organ failure at a private hospital in south Kolkata. The versatile singer, associated with Satyajit Ray's musicals and celebrated for his contribution to Bengali, Hindi, and other languages, leaves behind two daughters. West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed deep grief over his demise, highlighting Ghosal's multifaceted talent and his significant role in Bengali music.

 Anup Ghosal, the accomplished singer known for his timeless contribution to Bengali and Hindi music, passed away at 77 in Kolkata after battling old age ailments. Famous for the iconic 'Tujhse Naraz Nahi Zindagi' and his association with Satyajit Ray's musical creations, Ghosal left an indelible mark on the Indian music landscape. Born in 1945, he received his musical initiation from his mother, Labanya Ghoshal, and later excelled in classical music under Pt Sukhendu Goswami.

Apart from his successful playback singing career in Bengali and Hindi cinema, Ghosal's political stint included winning the 2011 assembly polls from Uttarpara on the Trinamool Congress ticket, nominated by Mamata Banerjee. Despite his brief political career, Ghosal continued to captivate audiences with his soulful melodies, and his demise is mourned not just in Bengal but across the nation.