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    11 Jul 2026Birth & Death

    Legendary playback singer of South India, S. Janaki passed away

    India Karnataka
    In Short এক নজরে

    The News in Brief

    Legendary playback singer S. Janaki, popularly known as the "Nightingale of South India", passed away at the age of 88 in Mysuru, Karnataka, after age-related health complications. With a career spanning over six decades, she recorded around 48,000 songs in more than 20 languages, leaving an unmatched legacy in Indian cinema.

    Place and Time

    • Place: Mysuru, Karnataka, India
    • Time: 11 July 2026

    Why this is Important

    S. Janaki was one of India's greatest playback singers. Her songs in Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Hindi and other languages influenced generations of music lovers. Her death marks the end of an era in Indian film music.

    Main Points to Remember

    • Passed away at the age of 88.
    • Known as the "Nightingale of South India."
    • Sang approximately 48,000 songs in over 20 languages.
    • Career spanned more than 60 years.
    • Won 4 National Film Awards for Best Female Playback Singer and numerous State Film Awards.
    • Declined the Padma Bhushan in 2013, saying the honour had come too late.