Folk singer Reshma passed away due to Prolonged illness

Folk singer Reshma passed away due to Prolonged illness. There is a sad news for the fans of Legendary Folk Singer Reshma passed away today, Sunday, in Lahore. She died due to prolonged illness of throat cancer. the hospital sources confirmed her death. She was suffering from throat cancer and was in coma for over a month. She was diagnosed with cancer in 1980s  and Former president Pervez Musharraf gave her one million rupees for treatment. According to the early details her funeral prayers will be held today. She left to mourn a son Umair and daughter Khadija.Reshma was born in 1947 in Bikaner in India’s Rajasthan state and belonged to the Banjara family. Her family migrated to Karachi after partition.

She started her singing career at the age of 12 from Television and Radio channel. The renowned producer spotted this alluring voice at the Shahbaz Qalander's shrine and he arranged for her to record "Laal Meri" on Pakistan radio. She got instant popularity. The tremendous hit of Reshma is “Lambi Judai”. She had recorded lots of successful hits for both Pakistani and Indian film industry.

 Some of her famous songs include “Dama Dam Mast Kalandar”, “Hai O Rabba nahion lagda dil mera”, “Sun charkhe di mithi mithi cook mahiya meinu yaad aunda”, “Wey main chori chori”, “Ankhiyan no rehen de ankhyan de kol kol” and “Lambi Judai”. Government of Pakistan had awarded her with Sitara-i-Imtiaz for her achievements in folk music.

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan commemorates Defense Day with “Khuda Raakhay” - A tribute to the immortal heroes of the 1965 war

Pakistan’s leading music artist, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, has released a unique musical tribute to the martyrs of the 1965 war on the occasion of Defense Day. The nationalistic melody, titled “Khuda Raakhay”, aims at igniting feelings of patriotism and fond remembrance for the immortal martyrs who gave their lives in defense of their homeland in the 1965 war. The official music video for the track is a visual tribute to the Pakistani Hero; the resilient Pakistani, who has demonstrated unparalleled courage in the face of insurmountable odds in all arenas, be it in the stadium or on the battlefield. The video features a montage of memorable moments from Pakistan’s history and footage of the country’s scenic vistas, acknowledging the tremendous sacrifice that our nation’s heroes made for the beauty and heritage of their country. The track was composed and vocalised by Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, with lyrics by Haider Khursheed. The song was recorded and mixed at RFAK Studio.     

Speaking about the new anthem, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan said, 

“My heart goes out to our brothers and sisters in the armed forces who dedicate their entire lives to the defense of our homeland, so that the rest of us may sleep safer at night. The 1965 war is testament to the unwavering resolve of the Pakistani armed forces who gave the ultimate sacrifice for their countrymen. As the next generation of Pakistanis it is our mandate to keep their memories alive, so that their feats of heroism are never forgotten. “Khuda Raakhay” is just a humble tribute to the memory of our martyrs, who may not be with us today but will always be immortal in our hearts and minds.”

33rd death anniversary of Legend Muhammad Rafi is observed Today

The 33^rd death anniversary of Legend Muhammad Rafi is being observed today. The Indian government had declared a national holiday on his death, which showed the love of people for him. He is the outstanding singer of all the time, he had sung years ago but the popularity of the songs never fades. People love to hear the voice of Rafi Sahab. He passed away on 31^st July, 1980, after 33 years of death his voice and songs is evergreen.READ MORE