Indian movie stars died at 60
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Begum Akhtar
Begum Akhtar (October 7, 1914 Bhadarsa-October 30, 1974 Ahmedabad) also known as Akhtari Faizabadi, Akhtari Bai Faizabadi, Mallika-e-Ghazal, Queen of Ghazals or Akhtaribai was an Indian singer and actor.
Begum Akhtar was known for her soulful renditions of ghazals, thumris and dadras. She began her career as a singer and actor in the early 1930s and went on to record over 400 songs. She was renowned for her distinctive voice and her ability to convey the nuances of the Urdu language.
Begum Akhtar was also a trained classical musician and received instruction from some of the greatest stalwarts in Hindustani classical music, including Ustad Abdul Waheed Khan and Ustad Jhande Khan. She was awarded the Padma Shri in 1968 for her contribution to Indian music.
In addition to her singing career, Begum Akhtar also appeared in several films, including "Roti", "Billi" and "Jawaani Ka Nasha". She was known for her natural acting ability and was regarded as one of the finest actors of her generation.
Begum Akhtar's music continues to be popular today and her legacy is celebrated by musicians and music lovers all over the world. She is considered a pioneer of the ghazal genre and her contribution to Indian music is widely recognized.
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