Needless to say, Bappi Lahiri debuted with the movie Nanha Shikari in 1973 and the rest is history. Over the years, such had been the popularity of his music that Bappi managed to rub shoulders with some of the world’s best known musicians. He had the honor of being invited by Michael Jackson to his 1996 concert in Mumbai. bappi da also collaborated with international artists like Akon and Lady Gaga, The Marvel superhero film, Guardians Of The Galaxy also featured his music and even reportedly composed music for the Disney animated feature Moana.
Bappi Lahiri passed away yesterday night due to Obstructive Sleep Apnea, He was 69. His last rites and funeral will take place tomorrow after his son Bappa Lahiri arrives back in India from the US.
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