Veteran actress Hema Malini paid a heartfelt tribute to the legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar on her birth anniversary.
Cherished Memories on Social Media
Sharing a beautiful fan-made collage on Instagram, the ‘Sholay’ actress reminisced about her and Dharmendra’s enduring association with the “Nightingale of India.” Hema acknowledged the countless contributions that the melody queen made to her career and to the world of music. In a video posted on her Instagram handle, she featured her cherished memories with the iconic singer.
A Touching Tribute
For the caption, Hema Malini expressed, “Wonderful memories of the Nightingale of India, melody queen Lata Mangeshkar. One of my fans has made this beautiful collage and I felt very emotional as my and Dharamji’s association with her goes back a long way. Her contribution to my career and to the world are countless. I pay my tribute to her on her birth anniversary @lata_mangeshkar #birthday #latamangeshkar.”
Timeless Musical Legacy
Lata Mangeshkar lent her melodious voice to numerous songs in Hema Malini’s films, creating unforgettable musical moments. The legendary singer shared a warm bond with both Dharmendra and Hema Malini, enjoying a special relationship with their family and collaborating on several films.
Deep Loss for Hema Malini
In 2022, following Mangeshkar’s passing, Hema shared her grief on social media. She wrote, “Feb 6 is a dark day for us – the legend who has given us a treasure trove of lilting songs, the Nightingale of India, Lataji, has left us to continue her divine music in heaven. It is a personal loss for me as our affection & admiration for each other was mutual.”
A Remarkable Career
Lata Mangeshkar passed away on February 6, 2022, due to multiple organ failure. She was 92 years old and had been hospitalized since January 8 after being diagnosed with pneumonia and Covid-19. Born on September 28, 1929, in Indore, Lata Mangeshkar enjoyed an extraordinary career that spanned over eight decades, lending her voice to more than 2,000 films across various Indian languages.