Veteran music composer Vanraj Bhatia has breathed his final as we speak at the age of 93. He had scored music in a number of movies corresponding to Shyam Benegal’s ‘Ankur’ and Naseeruddin Shah starrer ‘Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro’. He had been affected by age-related sicknesses and lack of economic assets, dwelling alone together with his home assist at his residence on Napean Sea Road in Mumbai. According to stories, his well being additional deteriorated for the final couple of months. He was avoiding physician’s appointment owing to the continued Covid-19 pandemic.
Actor-politician Smriti Irani, author Varun Grover and filmmaker Hansal Mehta had been amongst those that despatched of their condolences. “Shocked to study in regards to the passing away of Vanraj Bhatia. Wagle ki Duniya , Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron, he leaves behind numerous recollections in his scores. My condolences to his family members & followers. Om Shanti,” Smriti tweeted.
Shocked to learn about the passing away of Vanraj Bhatia. Wagle ki Duniya , Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron, he leaves behind countless memories in his scores. My condolences to his loved ones & fans. ॐ शान्ति 🙏— Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) May 7, 2021
One of the most beautiful soundtracks of our childhoods – composed by Vanraj Bhatia. Go well, sir. And thanks for all the music. https://t.co/CVIZQ307bE#RIP
— वरुण 🇮🇳 (@varungrover) May 7, 2021
Earlier this year, music composer Ehsaan Noorani, of the Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy trio, had posted about Bhatia’s plight on Facebook, seeking financial help.
Farewell Vanraj Bhatia one of India’s finest composers … was glad to have known you worked with you and been part of your music ……. There will not be another you ….— Ehsaan Noorani (@EhsaanNoorani) May 7, 2021
In September 2019, Aamir Khan had announced a book based on the life of Bhatia, after media reports shed light on his declining health and poor financial situation. “Hey guys, happy to announce a book project on the great music composer Vanraj Bhatia, to be written by Khalid Mohamed, at the initiative of my friend Dalip Tahil,” Khan had tweeted.
Bhatia is greatest identified for his work in Indian New Wave cinema. He can also be one of many main composers of Western classical music in India. He is a recipient of the National Film Award for Best Music Direction for the tv movie Tamas (1988), the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for Creative and Experimental Music (1989) and India’s fourth-highest civilian honour, the Padma Shri (2012).
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