Right from ‘Disco Dancer’ to ‘Tune Maari Entriyaan’, Alokesh Lahiri aka Bappi Lahiri is credited for several such peppy and fun numbers. He is also the one who popularized the use of synthesized disco music in Indian cinema in the 80s and 90s.
However, after decades of entertaining us, Bappi Da is no more within us. The music composer breathed his last on Tuesday night at the CritiCare Hospital in Juhu. He died at the age of 69, reported NDTV.
“Lahiri had been admitted to the hospital for a month and was discharged on Monday. But his health deteriorated on Tuesday and his family called for a doctor to visit their home. He was brought to the hospital. He had multiple health issues. He died due to OSA (obstructive sleep apnea) shortly before midnight,” DNA quoted Dr. Deepak Namjoshi, director of the hospital as saying.
Condolences poured in after the world came to know about this shocking news:
Cannot process this loss.. i genuinely can’t believe that you’re gone. Will miss you so much Bappi Da.. I’ll never forget the love, support & encouragement you gave me as a little kid and throughout my career. May your kind soul rest in peace 🙏🏻 #BappiLahiri pic.twitter.com/XQmM5OZ6hD
— ARMAAN MALIK (@ArmaanMalik22) February 16, 2022
Bappi Da was so endearing in person. But, his music had an edge. He introduced a more contemporary style to Hindi film music with Chalte Chalte, Suraksha & Disco Dancer.
🕉 Shanti Dada🙏 You will be missed— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) February 16, 2022
He was India’s First ‘ROCK STAR’!!
He was full of love & generosity!
Will miss him dearly…“Chalte Chalte…
Mere Ye Geet Yaad Rakhna…
Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna…
Kabhi Alvida Na Kehna…”Rest in peace dear Bappi Da…🙏🖤
#BappiLahiri pic.twitter.com/a1VsE0vlWO
— Adnan Sami (@AdnanSamiLive) February 16, 2022
Sad news of the passing away of legendary musician #BappiLahiri ji 🙏🏻 he will be fondly remembered for his mesmerising musical compositions which are loved by people of all ages. My condolences to the family. RIP #BappiDa ॐ शान्ति 🙏🏻
— Yuvraj Singh (@YUVSTRONG12) February 16, 2022
Another legend gone. #BappiLahiri. Had the good fortune of working closely with him when I shot an ad for p&g and then when I worked with White Feather Films for @_SanjayGupta. Man of incredible melody and talent. pic.twitter.com/FlQUiPm9yl
— Hansal Mehta (@mehtahansal) February 16, 2022
Deeply saddened to hear about the death of #BappiLahiri
Great musicians leaving for their heavenly abode one after another.— Mohammed Azharuddin (@azharflicks) February 16, 2022
Shocked and saddened to hear about the demise of legendary music composer – singer #BappiLahiri ji… Deepest condolences to his family… Om Shanti 🙏🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/Ko5BgmQJGu
— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) February 16, 2022
Today we lost another gem from the music industry… Bappi Da,your voice was the reason for millions to dance, including me. Thank you for all the happiness you brought through your music. My heartfelt condolences to the family. Om Shanti 🙏🏻
— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) February 16, 2022
Saddened by the Demise of Legendary music composer- Singer Bappi Lahiri ji.
He popularised Disco music in India and ruled the hearts of music lovers with his own unique style & Melodious tunes.
My heartfelt Condolences to the departed soul. Om Shanti!#BappiLahiri @ANI pic.twitter.com/Rk9ZFQMfaU— Prakash Javadekar (@PrakashJavdekar) February 16, 2022
Rest in Peace Bappi da! #BappiLahiri pic.twitter.com/67QT9U7lgv
— Chiranjeevi Konidela (@KChiruTweets) February 16, 2022
A heartfelt tribute to legendary music composer and pop culture singer #BappiLahiri Ji. May his soul rest in peace. My Condolences to the family.🙏🏻
— Sidharth Malhotra (@SidMalhotra) February 16, 2022
We all will miss you Bappi Da 🙏 R.I.P #bappilahiri sir 💔 pic.twitter.com/fKwNbgc2ra
— Akanksha Puri (@akanksha800) February 16, 2022
A small tribute to #BappiLahiri
Om shanti🙏🙏🙏 pic.twitter.com/zmDsWq5MTz— Memefied_Official (@Memefied_O) February 16, 2022
End of an era ! A heartfelt tribute to legendary music composer and singer #bappilahiri who will always be remembered for generations to come. Om Shanti 🙏💐 #bappida #bappilahari
Sincere condolences to thier Families , fans & Relatives from #JasminBhasin & #Jasminians 🙏 pic.twitter.com/OmCBaOfaL6
— 𝐉𝐚𝐬𝐦𝐢𝐧 𝐱 𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐚 ❤️ (@JasminBhasin_15) February 16, 2022
Bappi Da is survived by his wife Chitrani, son Bappa, and daughter Rema Lahiri. May his soul rest in peace.