20 untold stories of Ghazal maestro Jagjit Singh
Today is the 78th birth anniversary of much-loved Ghazal maestro Jagjit Singh. Born in Sri Ganganagar, Rajasthan, Jagjit Singh revived and popularised Ghazals in India and abroad. From Tum Itna Jo Muskura Rahe Ho to Woh Kaagaz Ki Kashti, Jagjit Singh rendered many gems. He even crooned some great devotional tracks. Listeners from all age groups can easily find a deep emotional connect with his soulful tracks.
Talking about the work done by the Ghazal maestro, noted lyricist Gulzar said, ''He would always cast a spell. That was his specialty. It mirrored who he really was. His choice of lyrics and ghazals reflected his inner being. He then expressed the words in the simplest way''.
During his appearance in Aap Ki Adalat, Jagjit Singh revealed many interesting details about his childhood and love life. He tied the knot with noted singer Chitra Dutta in 1969.
Unfortunately, he suffered a brain hemorrhage on September 23, 2011. After staying in coma for over two weeks, he breathed his last on October 10. Though he is no more between us, we can always go back to his golden lineage of songs. On his 78th birth anniversary, here're twenty untold stories of the iconic singer.
