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Melodious Voice Silenced: Suman Kalyanpur Dies at 89
31 May
Summary
- Veteran singer Suman Kalyanpur passed away at her Mumbai residence.
- Her voice was often mistaken for that of legendary Lata Mangeshkar.
- Kalyanpur had a diverse career singing in multiple Indian languages.
Renowned singer Suman Kalyanpur passed away peacefully at her Mumbai home on May 31, 2026. She was 89 years old.
Kalyanpur, whose original name was Suman Hemmadi, was celebrated for her distinctive voice, which frequently drew comparisons to the legendary Lata Mangeshkar. Despite the similarities, Kalyanpur maintained her unique singing style throughout her career.
Her extensive discography includes songs in Hindi, Marathi, Bengali, and several other Indian languages. She lent her voice to numerous popular films and collaborated with esteemed music directors of her time.
Born in Dhaka on January 28, 1937, Kalyanpur also had a background in painting before dedicating herself to music. Her early career saw her perform for All India Radio and sing for Marathi films before making her mark in Hindi cinema.
Her demise has prompted an outpouring of tributes from the music fraternity and beyond, with many remembering her significant contributions to Indian music.
