Hemanta Mukherjee
Singer and music director of Bengali songs
Born
June 16th, 1920
104 years ago
Died
1989
36 years ago — 69 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
India
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Born in 1920, a prominent singer and music director emerged in the Bengali music scene. This individual gained recognition for a rich contribution to both playback singing and folk music. The artistic career spanned several decades, filled with notable performances and musical compositions. Many songs contributed to films, radio, and stage productions. Collaborations with various renowned lyricists and directors helped innovate the sound of Bengali music in the mid-20th century.
Sang timeless Bengali songs like 'Tumi Rakhibe Pari' and 'Ami Chini Go Chini'
Served as a music director in several films
Contributed significantly to the cultural landscape of Bengal
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