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50 Years On: Mukesh's Voice Still Heals Hearts
28 Aug
Summary
- Singer Mukesh died on August 27, 1976, before a Detroit concert.
- His son Nitin recalls his father's final, poignant days.
- Mukesh's spiritual album 'Tulsi Ramayan' has millions of plays.
Fifty years ago, on August 27, 1976, the beloved playback singer Mukesh passed away in Detroit following a heart attack, just before a scheduled concert. His voice, known for its ability to soothe heartbreak, continues to resonate with millions. His son, Nitin Mukesh, shared poignant memories of his father's final days during a US tour.
Mukesh's final public performance included his son Nitin singing 'Kabhi Kabhie Mere Dil Mein' with Mukesh accompanying on the harmonium. Days later, a duet of 'Jaane Kahan Gaye Woh Din' proved prophetically poignant. Nitin recounts the distressing events leading to his father's collapse at the hotel.
Despite his untimely death at 53, Mukesh's legacy endures. His seven-album 'Tulsi Ramayan' has garnered immense popularity, with 'Sundarkand' alone boasting 6.6 million YouTube plays. This spiritual work, recorded over years despite his health challenges, cemented his pioneering status in devotional music.
His impact extended beyond his singing; he was a revered figure amongst cricketers like leg-spinner B S Chandrashekhar, who named his son Nitin in tribute. Even after five decades, Mukesh's emotional voice remains a source of solace and nostalgia.
