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What honorific titles were given to Lata Mangeshkar in recognition of her influence on Indian music?
What honorific titles were given to Lata Mangeshkar in recognition of her influence on Indian music?
She was called 'Queen of Melody', 'Nightingale of India', and 'Voice of the Millennium'.
In what year did Lata Mangeshkar receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award?
In what year did Lata Mangeshkar receive the Dadasaheb Phalke Award?
Which prestigious civilian honor was awarded to Lata Mangeshkar in 2001?
Which prestigious civilian honor was awarded to Lata Mangeshkar in 2001?
The Bharat Ratna.
What significant milestone did Lata Mangeshkar achieve in 1974 regarding her performances?
What significant milestone did Lata Mangeshkar achieve in 1974 regarding her performances?
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How many Indian languages did Lata Mangeshkar record songs in throughout her career?
How many Indian languages did Lata Mangeshkar record songs in throughout her career?
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Lata Mangeshkar: Indian Playback Singer
- Born Hema Mangeshkar, September 28, 1929 – February 6, 2022
- Renowned Indian playback singer and occasional music composer
- Widely considered one of the greatest and most influential singers in the Indian subcontinent
- Nicknamed "Queen of Melody," "Nightingale of India," and "Voice of the Millennium"
- Recorded songs in over thirty-six Indian languages and a few foreign languages, primarily in Hindi, Bengali, and Marathi
- Received numerous accolades and honors throughout her career
Awards and Honors
- 1989: Dadasaheb Phalke Award (Government of India)
- 2001: Bharat Ratna (India's highest civilian honour) – second singer to receive it
- 2007: Officer of the National Order of the Legion of Honour (France's highest civilian award)
- Three National Film Awards
- 15 Bengal Film Journalists' Association Awards
- Four Filmfare Best Female Playback Awards (declined further awards)
- Two Filmfare Special Awards
- Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award
- First Indian playback singer to perform at the Royal Albert Hall (London, 1974)
Guinness World Record and Odia Songs
- At one point held the Guinness World Record for most recorded artist in history, later surpassed by her sister Asha Bhosle
- Only sang two songs in Odia: "Seita chuna chuna tara fule aji" and "Aji mu shrabani" (popular songs)
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Test your knowledge about Lata Mangeshkar, the legendary Indian playback singer known as the 'Queen of Melody'. This quiz explores her life, achievements, and the numerous awards she received throughout her illustrious career. Discover interesting facts about her contributions to Indian music and her impact on the industry.
