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Zakir Hussain passes away: Amjad Ali Khan reacts, 'I am completely heartbroken'

Zakir Hussain passes away: Amjad Ali Khan reacts, 'I am completely heartbroken'

Khan, who had worked closely with Hussain on numerous musical projects, described their collaborations as a fusion of two incredible worlds--his sarod and Hussain's tabla--producing some of the most memorable performances in the history of Indian classical music

16 December,2024 03:18 PM IST | New Delhi | ANI
'He was surrounded by loved ones': Family confirms Zakir Hussain's demise

'He was surrounded by loved ones': Family confirms Zakir Hussain's demise

Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain's family representative Jon Bleicher told mid-day that the 73-year-old multiple Grammy Award winner died due to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis at 5.12 am

16 December,2024 01:12 PM IST | Mumbai | Priyanka Sharma
Did you know? Zakir Hussain was not allowed to cut his long hair

Did you know? Zakir Hussain was not allowed to cut his long hair

Did you know Zakir Hussain was not allowed to cut his long hair due to a contract? He humorously revealed the unusual restriction

16 December,2024 12:55 PM IST | Mumbai
Zakir Hussain’s video from last film ‘Monkey Man’ goes viral, fans react

Zakir Hussain’s video from last film ‘Monkey Man’ goes viral, fans react

A clip of Ustad Zakir Hussain playing tabla is going viral. It is not just another clip; this video is from Dev Patel’s directorial debut, Monkey Man, showcasing Hussain’s genius

16 December,2024 11:18 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Padma Shri to Grammy: A look at Zakir Hussain’s illustrious list of awards

Padma Shri to Grammy: A look at Zakir Hussain’s illustrious list of awards

Throughout his more than six-decade long career, the tabla maestro not only inspired young Indians to pursue the art form but also became the ambassador of Indian music globally

16 December,2024 10:29 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
‘Growing up, he was like God’: Vocalist Mahesh Kale on Ustad Zakir Hussain

‘Growing up, he was like God’: Vocalist Mahesh Kale on Ustad Zakir Hussain

As the news of his death came out, several musicians poured in tributes for him, sharing their memories with the maestro and how the latter shaped their musical journey

16 December,2024 09:46 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Ayodhya Ram Mandir project awarded 'Sword of Honour' by British Safety Council

Ayodhya Ram Mandir project awarded 'Sword of Honour' by British Safety Council

Larsen and Toubro, the company responsible for the construction of the temple, was also awarded a 'Golden Trophy' by the National Safety Council of the United States for the measures taken during the construction process

15 December,2024 07:40 PM IST | Ayodhya | mid-day online correspondent
BTS' Jungkook bags two awards at 2024 Billboard Music Awards

BTS' Jungkook bags two awards at 2024 Billboard Music Awards

Jungkook, the youngest member of the BTS group, claimed the title of Top K-pop Album with his debut solo album, GOLDEN. He also took home the award for Top Global K-pop Song with its title track, Standing Next to You

13 December,2024 06:16 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Makers of Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' eye Oscars 2025

Makers of Allu Arjun's 'Pushpa 2: The Rule' eye Oscars 2025

Sources say Pushpa 2’s team to independently campaign for Oscars 2025; to adopt aggressive lobbying strategy in two weeks with screenings and press events

13 December,2024 07:14 AM IST | Mumbai | Mohar Basu
Twinkle Khanna on returning to college, being careful with her words, and more

Twinkle Khanna on returning to college, being careful with her words, and more

Twinkle Khanna speaks exclusively to Mid-day about returning to college, trying not to offend people with her writings, and the source of her incredible sense of humour

12 December,2024 07:21 AM IST | Mumbai | Oshin Fernandes

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