Actor Jackie Shroff paid tribute to legendary musician Deenanath Mangeshkar on his death anniversary on April 24, remembering the stalwart theatre and music artist. Taking to his social media, Jackie Shroff shared a post featuring a black-and-white portrait image of Deenanath Mangeshkar. The picture shows the late singer in a traditional Maharashtrian cap and attire. Jackie wrote, "Remembering Deenanath Mangeshkar ji on his death anniversary."
Who Was Deenanath Mangeshkar?
Deenanath Mangeshkar was a renowned classical singer and theatre actor, extremely active in Marathi plays and Natya Sangeet. Born in 1900, he belonged to the Mangeshi area of Goa. He passed away in 1942 at a young age following illness due to financial pressure. He was married to Shevanti, also known as Sudhamati Mangeshkar, and the couple had five children, all of whom went on to become extremely popular artists in Indian music.
The Mangeshkar Legacy
Their children were Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle, Usha Mangeshkar, Meena Mangeshkar, and Hridaynath Mangeshkar. Following Deenanath's untimely demise, Lata Mangeshkar, the eldest sibling, took on the responsibility of supporting the family at a very young age. She began her career at the age of 13, singing her first songs in Marathi cinema. Over a span of nine decades, she sang thousands of songs across languages and earned the title of "Nightingale of India." Lata Mangeshkar passed away in February 2022 at the age of 92 following age-related complications.
Her sister Asha Bhosle also carved an extraordinary career in music. Known as a versatile singer, her voice ranged from classical to pop and cabaret. Asha Bhosle passed away on April 12 following multi-organ failure at the age of 92, leaving behind a legacy of 83 years. Among the siblings, Usha Mangeshkar, Meena Mangeshkar, and Hridaynath Mangeshkar have also contributed significantly to the field of music.
Jackie Shroff's Tribute
Jackie Shroff's heartfelt post on social media reminded fans of the immense contribution of Deenanath Mangeshkar to Indian theatre and music. The actor's tribute was met with warm responses from followers who appreciated remembering the legendary figure.
