Voice Behind Odia Classic 'E Banara Chai' Suman Kalyanpur Passes Away At 89

Suman Kalyanpur, a renowned playback singer known for her soulful voice across Hindi, Marathi, Odia, and other regional cinemas, passed away at 89 in Mumbai due to age-related health issues. Born Suman Hemmadi in Dhaka, she began her career in the 1950s with Marathi films before becoming a prominent figure in the 1960s and 1970s. Kalyanpur collaborated with many renowned musicians including Mohammed Rafi, and left an indelible mark on Indian music through her timeless Hindi classics and contributions to Odia cinema. Tributes have poured in from across the music industry, political leaders, and fans mourning the loss of a golden voice.