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RD Burman: The rebel genius who gave Bollywood a new sound

The term 'prodigy' is reserved for a select few, and composer Rahul Dev Burman, fondly known as RD Burman or Pancham Da, fits the bill perfectly. This man saw music in everything â quite literally.
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When Zakir Hussain Played RD Burman In Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle's Biopic Saaz

When Sai Paranjpye had offered Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain a role as a camouflaged R D Burman in her skimpily concealed Asha Bhosle biopic Saaz in 1998, Zakir Saab (he hated to be called that) was ...
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Did You Know Zakir Hussain Played RD Burman In Saaz? Take A Look At His Acting Journey & Lesser-Known Films

Over the years, Zakir Hussain, not only made his mark in the world of music but also ventured into acting. Known for his exceptional skill in playing the tabla, his musical career has spanned decades, ...
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Himesh Reshammiya responds to Asha Bhosle’s criticism over his remark on RD Burman’s singing: 'She was justified...'

Veteran singer Asha Bhosle criticized Himesh Reshammiya's remark about RD Burman’s singing style. Himesh explained he defended his high-pitched singing, which was labeled nasal, causing the ...
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When late singer Zubeen Garg had dreamed of collaborating with AR Rahman; called Himesh Reshammiya songs 'really great'

Zubeen Garg, passionate about music and inspired by legendary composers like RD Burman, admired both traditional and modern music. He died mysteriously in Singapore on September 19, 2025, prompting an ...