Vani Jayaram, a famous playback singer passed away on February 4. She was found dead at her home in Chennai. Police are still investigating the cause of death. Soon after the announcement of her death, the film industry and her fans were left in despair.
Vani Jayaram: Singer Since Birth
Vani Jayaram was born on 30 September in 1945 in Vellore, Tamil Nadu. She was renowned as a professional playback singer in the South Indian film industry. Her family supported her to become a singer as she was born into a family of classically trained musicians.
At just the age of 8, Vani gave her first performance at All India Radio in Madras. Vani was also employed with the State Bank of India, Madras, and was later transferred to the Hyderabad branch in 1967.
Vani Jayaram: Awards & Achievements
Vani Jayaram was very well known for her treasured voice and her talent was praised by lots of awards during and after her career.
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National Honours |
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| Padma Bhushan Award, Government of India | 2023 |
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National Film Awards |
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| Best Female Playback Singer Tamil– Various songs (Apoorva Raagangal) | 1975 |
| Best Female Playback Singer Telugu– Various songs (Sankarabharanam) | 1980 |
| Best Female Playback Singer Telugu – “Anathineeyara Hara” (Swathi Kiranam) | 1991 |
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State Awards |
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| Gujarat State Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer – Ghoongat | 1972 |
| Tamil Nadu State Film Award for Best Female Playback – Azhagae Unnai Aradhikkiren | 1979 |
| Nandi Award for Best Female Playback Singer – Sankarabharanam | 1979 |
| Odisha State Film Award for Best Singer – Debjani | 1982 |
Vani Jayaram Mourning
Vani Jayarma’s fans and film industry people were left shocked after the announcement of her death. Here are a few posts from social media that her fans posted after her death.
Another playback singer K S Chithra recalls the legend’s multi-linguals contribution to the music industry:
It is with utmost shock& disbelief I heard about the sudden passing away of Vani amma. Spoke to her just two days back. A true legend. A very versatile & multi lingual singer with strong classical foundation. May her soul rest in peace. 💐💐😔#VaniJayaram #KSChithra pic.twitter.com/M3xSYvla2I
— K S Chithra (@KSChithra) February 4, 2023
#VaniJayaram Another legend fades into time. Thank you for all your contributions ❤️ pic.twitter.com/3GJLf3ZVvN
— HariKrishnan R (@Musicallyhari) February 4, 2023
Her voice…❤️
Rest in peace Mam…🙏#VaniJayaram pic.twitter.com/U7Avpdv6rw
— Dhruv Sekhar (@directordhruv) February 4, 2023
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