Name: Bappi Lahiri
Profession: Singer, Music Composer
Personal Bio/Wiki:
| Full Name: | Alokesh Bappi Lahiri |
| Nickname: | Bappi Daa |
| Profession: | Singer, Music Composer |
| Famous for: | Singing and Composing |
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| Birthday: | 27 November, 1952 |
| Debut Movie: | |
| Date of Death: | 16 February, 2022 |
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Who is Bappi Lahiri? About Musician
Alokesh Lahiri, well known as Bappi Lahiri, was an Indian singer, songwriter, politician, and record producer who lived from November 27, 1952, until February 15, 2022. In Indian movies, he popularized synthesized disco music and sung some of his own songs.
In Bengali films, he had also achieved great box office success. Wardat, Disco Dancer, Namak Halaal, Sharaabi, Naya Kadam, Masterji, and other film soundtracks made him famous in the 1980s and 1990s. He ran as a BJP candidate in the 2014 Indian general election from Sreerampur (Lok Sabha constituency) in West Bengal, but lost.
Though he was most known for his disco-style compositions, in which he fused Indian music with worldwide sounds and youthful energetic rhythms, he was also noted for his orchestration and fusion of Indian music with international sounds. His tunes were mostly written for discotheques and dance numbers. He had his first break in West Bengal cinema with Daadu (1974), in which he had Late Lata Mangeshkar perform his composition.
For the 1985 film Aitbaar, he created music for two ghazals, “Kisi Nazar Ko Tera Intezaar Aaj Bhi Hai” and “Aawaz Di Hai.” In the 1980s, he also composed melodic songs sung by Kishore Kumar in films starring Rajesh Khanna, either as duets with Asha Bhosle or Lata Mangeshkar.
Bappi Lahiri died on February 15, 2022, in Mumbai, at the age of 69. He was admitted to Criticare Hospital in Juhu, where he died at 11:45 p.m. A lung infection caused by obstructive sleep apnea was the cause of death.
Life History/Career Path of Bappi Lahiri
Bappi Lahiri was born in Jalpaiguri to a Bengali Brahmin family. Aparesh and Bansuri Lahiri, his parents, were both Bengali vocalists and musicians who excelled in traditional and Shyama Sangeet music. He was the only child in the family. His maternal uncle, singer Kishore Kumar, is one of his relatives. Bappi Lahiri began playing the tabla when she was three years old. He was initially taught by his parents.
Bappi Lahiri has two children: Bappa Lahiri, a boy, and Rema Lahiri, a daughter. His son, Krishh Lahiri, is married to Taneesha Lahiri and they have a kid together. Bappi Lahiri was recognized for his signature attire of gold chains, golden decorations, velvety cardigans, and sunglasses, in addition to his popular disco-electronic songs.
He arrived in Mumbai when he was 19 years old. He had his first break in West Bengal cinema with Daadu (1974), where he made Lata Mangeshkar sing his composition. Nanha Shikari (1973) was his first Hindi film, and his first Hindi composition was Tu Hi Mera Chanda, which was sung by Mukesh. Tahir Husain’s Hindi film Zakhmee (1975), for which he wrote music and served as a playback singer, was a watershed moment in his career.
All of the songs from the film Chalte Chalte (1976) became hits, establishing him as a national music director. He became known as a vocalist after singing a duet with Sulakshana Pandit called Jana Kahan Hai. For the 1985 film Aitbaar, he created music for two ghazals, “Kisi Nazar Ko Tera Intezaar Aaj Bhi Hai” and “Aawaz Di Hai.” In the 1980s, he also composed melodic songs sung by Kishore Kumar in films starring Rajesh Khanna, such as Naya Kadam, Masterji, Aaj Ka M.L.A Ram Avatar, and others, either as duets with Asha Bhosle or Lata Mangeshkar.
In late 2016, Lahiri portrayed Tamatoa in Disney’s 3D computer-animated fantasy adventure film Moana’s Hindi-dubbed version; he also composed and sang “Shona” (Gold), the Hindi version of “Shiny.” He also appeared in Ramratan’s song “Yeh Hai Dance Bar,” which was his first time dubbing for an animated character. At the 63rd Filmfare Awards, he received the Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award.
In the presence of Rajnath Singh, the then-national President of the Bharatiya Janata Party, Bappi Lahiri joined the Bharatiya Janata Party on 31 January 2014 to run in the 2014 Lok Sabha election. In 2014, he ran for the BJP in the Lok Sabha constituency of Srerampur, but lost to Kalyan Banerjee of the All India Trinamool Congress.
Bappi Lahiri died on February 15, 2022, in Mumbai, at the age of 69. He was admitted to Criticare Hospital in Juhu, where he died at 11:45 p.m. A lung infection caused by obstructive sleep apnea was the cause of death.
Personal Life:
| Age (as in 2022): | 69 Year |
| Date of Birth: | 27 November, 1952 |
| Birth Place: | Sirajganj Bangladesh (Currently, Jalpaiguri, West Bengal) |
| Zodiac sign: | Sagittarius |
| Signature: | None |
| Nationality: | Indian |
| Hometown: | Sirajganj Bangladesh (Currently, Jalpaiguri, West Bengal) |
| School: | Not Revealed Yet |
| College/University: | Not Revealed Yet |
| Educational Qualification: | Not Revealed Yet |
| Religion: | Hinduism |
| Cast/Sect: | Barendra Brahmins of Sandilya Gotra |
| Ethnicity: | Not known yet |
| Gender: | Male |
| Hobbies: | N/A |
| Languages Known: | Bengali, Hindi |
| Famous as: | Music Composer |
| Tattoos: | Not revealed yet |
Physical Status:
| Height (approx.): | in feet inches- 5′ 4″ in meters- 1.63m |
| Weight(approx.): | 80 kg (in kilograms) 176 lbs (in pounds) |
| Body Measurements (approx.): | -Chest: 43 Inches -Waist: 34 Inches -Biceps: 15 Inches |
| Bodytype: | Bodybuilder |
| Eye Colour: | Brown |
| Hair Colour: | Black |
| Sexual Orientation: | Straight |
| Blood Group: | Not Known Yet |
| Face Shape: | Oval |
| Hips: | N/A |
| Biceps: | 15 Inches |
| Waist: | 34 Inches |
| Abdomen: | N/A |
| Shoe Size: | N/A |
| Dress Size: | N/A |
Relationship, Girlfriend, Wife:
| Marital Status: | Married |
| Divorce Date: | None |
| Marriage Date: | 24 January, 1977 |
| Friends: | Not Revealed Yet |
Affairs/Girlfriends: | None |
| Fiance: | Chitrani Lahiri |
Bappi Lahiri’s Family:
| Wife/Spouse: | Chitrani Lahiri
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| Children: | Son- Bappa Lahiri (Music Director)
Daughter- Rema Lahiri (Singer)
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| Parents | |
| Father/Daddy: | Aparesh Lahiri (Singer) |
| Mother/Mom: | Bansari Lahiri (Singer and Classical Dancer) |
| Siblings | |
| Brothers: | None |
| Sisters: | None |
| Cousin: | Not known yet |
| Sibling in Law: | Not Known Yet |
Favourite Things of Bappi Lahiri
All the things given below are Bappi Lahiri’s very favorite things that we have collected by looking at online and news magazines and wiki.
| Favourite Entrepreneurs: | Not revealed yet |
| Favourite Political Party: | Bharitiya Janta Party (BJP) |
| Favourite watch brand: | None |
| Favourite Cricketer: | Not revealed yet |
| Favourite Foods: | Fish |
| Favourite Actors: | N/A |
| Favourite Actress: | N/A |
| Favourite Film/Movie: | Not Revealed Yet |
| Favourite Director: | None |
| Favourite Color: | Black, White |
| Favourite Perfume: | None |
| Favourite Sport: | Football |
| Favourite Singer: | Late Lata Mangeshkar, Kishore Kumar |
| Favourite Brands: | None |
| Favourite Cars: | Not revealed yet |
| Bikes: | None |
| Books: | Not revealed yet |
| Dress: | Not revealed yet |
| Favourite Device Games: | None |
| Fruits: | Not revealed yet |
| Destinations: | Dubai |
| Comic Character: | N/A |
| Favourite App: |
Bappi Lahiri Composed songs:
Bappi Lahiri Talks:
1. Bappi Lahiri Interview with Anupama Chopra | Film Companion
2. Bappi Lahiri Aaj Tak Seedhi Baat Dec 09 2007
3. EXCLUSIVE:Music Composer "बप्पी लहिरी"in आमने सामने with अनुराधा प्रसाद
Cars Collection:
Tesla X
BMW
Bappi Lahiri Awards:
| Year | Association | Category | Nominated Work | Result |
| 1985 | Filmfare Awards | Best Music Director | Sharaabi | Won |
| 1991 | Filmfare Awards | Best Music Director | Tohfa | Nominated |
| 2012 | Mirchi Music Awards | Best Item Song of the Year | Ooh La La | Won |
| 2018 | Filmfare Awards | Lifetime Achievement Award | – | Won |
Assets/Properties of Bappi Lahiri
| House | Not Revealed Yet |
| Land or assets with the approximate value | Not revealed yet |
Bappi Lahiri’s Net Worth / Salary:
| Net Worth : | $3 Million |
| Indian Rupees: | 22.5 Crores |
| Monthly Income: | Around 2 Crores |
| Money Factor: | Songs |
Best Photos of Bappi Lahiri
Top 5 Bappi Lahiri Quotes
I was the first Indian music composer to win the China Gold Award for 'Jimmy Jimmy' from 'Disco Dancer.' Adam Sandler repeated the song in his film 'Zohan.' 'Disco Dancer' is historical, as are 'Sharaabi' and 'Namak Halal.'
My father, Aparesh Lahiri, was a musician too, and at a very young age, I was geared up for a career in music.
Whatever I think, talk and do is because of the influence of God. My music is a tribute to Him. Whenever I compose any music, I try to reach God. I would advice all the budding musicians to do the same and see the difference. Thanks to Him, I am what i am today.
These gold chains and pendants I've been collecting from 1975. None of them are new and mostly - Hare Krishna Hare Rama, Ganpati, Satyanarayan, Hanuman - all god-related pendants.
Lata Mangeshkar is an old friend. I knew her through my father Aparesh Lahiri who was a music director in Calcutta.
Did you know about Bappi Lahiri Facts!!
1. Bappi Lahiri's maternal uncle was Kishore Kumar.
Bappi Lahiri was a huge success as a singer, but it appears that his maternal uncle Kishore Kumar blessed him. Even though they were not connected by blood (Kishore Da’s mother considered Bappi Da’s mother as a daughter), Bappi Da said he was the closest to him, even more than his own kids Amit Kumar and Sumit Kumar, on a musical reality show. Bappi would often tell anecdotes of his youth with his’mama.’ In fact, every year on Kishore Da’s birthday, Bappi organized a little party in his honor. Bappi Da’s Instagram account has videos from several of the meetings.
2. With Kishore Da, Bappi Da made his cinematic debut.
Bappi Lahiri was well-known for his off-camera flair, but few people are aware that he also had a brief acting career. Bappi Lahiri made his film debut in the 1974 film Badhti Ka Naam Dadhi, directed by Kishore Kumar. On his social media accounts, Bappi Da had published an archival shot from the shoot.
3. The most recent piece by Bappi Lahiri.
The most recent composition by Bappi Da was released in September 2021. The composer composed music for the Ganpati Bappa Morya devotional song and published it on social media. Anuradha Juju performed the song.
4. Bappi Lahiri began playing tabla at the age of three.
Bappi Da’s musical aptitude was found at a young age, when he began playing table at the age of three. From there, he honed his trade until he reached the pinnacle of fame.
5. The world record of Bappi Da.
Bappi Lahiri was included into the Guinness Book of World Records for recording over 180 songs for 33 films produced in the same year, 1986.
FAQs About Late Music Composer Bappi Lahiri?
He was born on 27 November, 1952.
Kishor Kumar is the maternal uncle of Bappi Lahiri.
He was born to Aparesh Lahiri and Bansari Lahari who both were singers.
He used to leave some days of week as a Vegetarian.
He was married to Chitrani Lahiri on 24 January, 1977.
He had a son named Bappa Lahiri(Music Director) and a daughter named Rema Lahiri(Singer).
He left a total net worth of approximately $3 Million.
He died on 16th February, 2022.
He had been ill for some time and died of Obstructive Sleep Apnea at CritiCare Hospital in Juhu, Mumbai.
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