Vani Jairam

Playback Singer with a National Award

Vani Jairam - Playback Singer with a National Award
Born

November 30th, 1945
79 years ago

Died

February 4th, 2023
2 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

India

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Acclaimed playback singer, recognized for contributions to Indian music across multiple languages. Career spanned several decades, starting in the early 1970s. Provided vocals for numerous films and worked with prominent music directors. Achievements include winning the National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer multiple times. Collaborated with various artists and contributed to the music industry with unforgettable melodies.

Won National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer

Sang in over 20 languages

Contributed to soundtracks of films like 'Sankarabharanam' and 'Samsaram O Kadambaram'

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