Sonu Nigam, lyricist Santosh Anand honoured with Mohammed Rafi Award

Sonu Nigam was recently awarded with Mohammed Rafi Award. singer received honour on 99th birth anniversary of legendary musician on Sunday. Mumbai hosted a special event to honour Rafi's outstanding contribution to Indian music industry. In dition to Sonu, several renowned artists were given special honours.

Mohammed Rafi's birth anniversary celebration

While Sonu was given Mohammed Rafi Award, veteran lyricist Santosh Anand was bestowed with Mohammed Rafi Lifetime Achievement Award. Union Minister Piyush Goyal presented awards to Sonu and Santosh Anand. Take a look at pictures from event. Mumbai BJP president Ashish Shelar also shared pictures on his X account.

Tracing trajectory of Mohammed Rafi’s career 

Mohammed Rafi was born on December 24, 1924, and was always considered to be most talented and great singer of his time. Rafi’s incredible journey from modest beginnings to becoming a musical sensation is epitome of skill and determination. From singing romantic, emotional songs, qawwalis, ghazals and bhajans to classical and party numbers, he excelled in all. He received six Filmfare Awards and one National Film Award. In 1967, he was honoured with Pma Shri award by Government of India. Rafi worked with many music directors, most notably Naush Ali.

In late 1950s and 1960s, he worked with or composers of era, such as OP Nayyar, Shankar Jaikishan, SD Burman and Roshan. He has sung numerous songs, including Tum Mujhe Yun Bhula Naa Paoge, Yun Hi Tum Mujhse Baat, Yeh Jo Chilmun Hai, Mera Man Tera Pyaasa, Kitna Pyara Va, among ors. legendary and evergreen singer passed away on July 31, 1980. His melodies are still loved by music lovers and y will continue to create an impact on coming generations.

(with inputs from ANI)