Celebrities mourn S. Janaki, the Nightingale of South India
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Celebrities mourn S. Janaki, the Nightingale of South India

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Legendary playback singer S Janaki passes away
Legendary playback singer S Janaki passes away
13 Jul - Indian celebrities recently expressed their sadness over the passing of legendary playback singer S Janaki, who passed away at the age of 88.

Rajinikanth was among the first to pay his condolences, writing on X, "May her soul, who delighted generations of people with her honey-sweet voice, attain peace."

Kamal Haasan, who has starred in films like "Gunaa" and "Moondram Pirai" that had Janaki singing their hit songs, posted, "The songs will keep echoing forever. Mother, where will I go to find that love again? Many people carry a sorrow they can never lay down. My deepest condolences to all of them."

Actress Trisha Krishnan posted a rare photo of her with the playback singer, writing, "Carrying your name in one of my most special films will forever be one of the greatest honours of my life. But knowing you and being loved by you is something I'll cherish forever. Thank you for your hugs, your kindness, your laughter and for always reminding me that the greatest artists are the humblest souls. Your voice will live forever."
Trisha Krishnan shares a rare photo with the singer
Trisha Krishnan shares a rare photo with the singer
Meanwhile, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay posted, "The passing of Mrs. S. Janaki, the legendary playback singer who has won the hearts of multiple generations with her unique voice in the Indian film music world, brings immense sorrow."

"Her demise is an irreplaceable loss to the Indian music world. I convey my deepest condolences and sympathies to her grieving family, the film fraternity, music artists, and her fans across the globe. I pray for her soul to attain peace," he added.

News of S. Janaki's passing was first revealed by her family, saying that the legendary playback singer passed away at a private hospital in Mysuru, Karnataka, on Saturday due to age-related ailments.

Janaki had recorded more than 48,000 songs in multiple languages, including Tamil and Telugu, throughout her career.
S Janaki is known as the Nightingale of South India
S Janaki is known as the Nightingale of South India


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