New Delhi: As we gear up to bid farewell to 2024, let’s honour the Indian and international luminaries who left for their heavenly abode this year. From tabla virtuoso Zakir Hussain to Pankaj Udhas, we remember the renowned celebrities who contributed immensely to arts, culture and the film industry, leaving an indelible mark.
As the curtains fall on 2024 in a few days, we remember and honour the renowned personalities who left us this year, leaving a void. Let’s delve into more details!
In memory
1. Zakir Hussain
Ustab Zakir Hussain, a renowned tabla master, passed away at the age of 73 due to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis on December 15. The son of the legendary tabla player Ustad Alla Rakha, Hussain’s six-decade career included his collaborations with artists George Harrison and Yo-Yo Ma. He won several accolades, including for Grammy Awards and the Padma Bhushan in 2023.
2.Rituraj Singh
Television actor Rituraj Singh passed away at the age of 59 after suffering a heart attack on February 20. He was known for his roles in Udaan, Khaaani Ghar Ghar Kiiand Badrinath's brideamong others.
3. Vikas Sethi
TV actor Vikas Sethi, who is best known for Where will it happen?passed away on September 8. He suddenly passed away due to a cardiac arrest at the age of 48. He was a renowned TV actor known for his roles in shows including Because my mother-in-law is always there, I always love my life, and others. He was also featured in Sometimes happy and sometimes sad.
4. Suhani Bhatnagar
Child actress Suhani Bhatnagar, who rose to fame with Aamir Khan’s Dangalpassed away at the age of 19 due to Dermatomyositis, a rare inflammatory disease that causes skin rashes and weakness in muscles. She was admitted to hospital on February 7 and passed away on February 16 after medical complications.
5. Shardha Sinha
Renowned Bhojpuri and Bollywood folk singer Sharda Sinha passed away in February this away due to cancer at the age of 72. She was on ventilator and succumbed to refractory shock caused by septicemia. She breathed her last at AIIMS Delhi.
6. Atul Parchure
Actor Atul Parchure passed away due to liver cancer at the age of 57. He was known for his comedy timings. He is known for his roles in Hamaari Beti Raaj Karegi, Kalyug, Awarapan, Partner, Billu Barberand Khatta Meetha, among others.
7. Dame Maggie Smith
Renowned Harry Potter actress Dame Maggie Smith , who played the role of Professor Minerva McGonagall passed away at the age of 89.
8. Pankaj Udhas
Legendary gazal singer Pankaj Udhas passed away at the age of 72 on February 26 after a prolonged illness. He is known for his songs including ‘Chitthi Aai Hai’, ‘Aaj Phir Tum Pe’, ‘Aadmi Khilona Hia’, and others.
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