Mohammed Rafi

A legendary playback singer in the Indian film industry, Mohammed Rafi (1924-1980) was born in what was then Punjab and displayed musical talent from an early age. As a singer, he was known for his golden voice and astonishing versatility, encompassing a wide range of musical genres, emotions, and languages. Following his death from a massive heart attack, the Indian government declared two days of official mourning and more than 10,000 people attended his funeral procession.