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By Andrew Droid Webber

Updated 18 March 2023

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Indian singer

Vani Jairam is ...

Dead

Born	30 November 1945 in Vellore
Died	4 February 2023
Age	77 years, 3 months

Sex or gender	female
Country of citizenship	British India, Dominion of India and India
Occupation	actor, singer and composer
Instrument	voice
Awards	Filmfare Awards, National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer and Padma Bhushan in Art

About Vani Jairam

Vani Jairam: The Indian Singer Who Captivated Hearts with Her Soulful Voice

Vani Jairam was born on November 30, 1945, in Vellore, Tamil Nadu, India. She was raised in a family of music lovers, and her father was a renowned classical musician. Vani started singing at a young age and soon became a household name in India.

Her career took off in the 1970s when she started singing for Bollywood films. Her soulful voice and impeccable range made her a favorite among music directors, and she went on to sing for some of the biggest names in the industry. Her songs were not only popular in India but also in other countries, including the United States and the United Kingdom.

Vani's versatility as a singer was evident in the wide range of genres she sang, from classical to pop. She was also known for her ability to sing in multiple languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam. Her rendition of the popular song "Mere Toh Giridhar Gopal" from the film Meera is still considered one of the best in Indian music history.

Apart from Bollywood, Vani also lent her voice to several devotional albums and was a regular performer on All India Radio. She was honored with several awards for her contribution to Indian music, including the Padma Shri in 1986.

Despite her success, Vani remained humble and grounded throughout her career. She was known for her dedication to music and her ability to connect with her audience through her soulful renditions. Her legacy continues to inspire generations of Indian singers, and her songs remain timeless classics.

References:

1. "Vani Jairam." IMDb, IMDb.com, www.imdb.com/name/nm0415609/.

2. "Vani Jairam." Gaana.com, Gaana.com, gaana.com/artist/vani-jairam.

3. "Vani Jairam." Padma Awards, Ministry of Home Affairs, www.padmaawards.gov.in/padmaawardees2021.aspx.

4. "Vani Jairam: The Versatile Singer." The Hindu, The Hindu, 30 Nov. 2015, www.thehindu.com/features/friday-review/music/vani-jairam-the-versatile-singer/article7929835.ece.

About Death

Vani died following a fall on 4 February 2023, at the age of 77. Taking note of late Vani Jairam's contribution and influence on the music industry, political leaders and music industry icons expressed their condolences.