A year without Andrew Kishore

Andrew Kishore, one of the most prolific playback singers in the country, passed away on this day, one year ago. The evergreen singer was considered the king of playback. The songs he voiced have reached the hearts of millions, making him an immortal legend in the music industry.

On his first death anniversary, we look back at the singer's timeless creations. The eight-time National Film Award winning artiste gifted the audience several of the most popular songs in history.

"Amar Shara Deho Kheyego Mati", one of his most popular songs is still making its way into the hearts of Bangladeshis, across the globe. An instant hit, the song was introduced through the film, "Noyoner Alo".

"Daak Diyeche Doyal Amare", from the film, "Pran Shojoni" created a stir when it was first released. Even after decades, this song is still considered among the legend's best creations.

Andrew Kishore's popularity doesn't stem from the songs he sang, it was because of the charm and emotion he poured into each one of these songs.

His first playback song for the film, "Mail Train", was "Ochinpurer Rajkumari Nei Je Tar Keu", which was released in 1977. Since then, he never had to look back and went on to create hundreds of masterpieces one by one.

"Amar Babar Mukhe Prothom Jedin Shunechilam Gaan", another one of his hit songs, was from the film, "Noyoner Alo". This song has transcended through generations, as Andrew Kishore's voice had its own magical effect on people's emotions.

"Amar Gorur Garite Bou Shajiye", a song that gained the legend immense popularity is still one of the most popular songs in any gathering. Featuring Ilias Kanchan and Suchorita, the song was released through the film, "Akhi Milon".

"Hay Re Manush Rongin Fanush, Dom Furaile Thush"- from the film, "Boro Bhalo Lok Chilo", featured legendary actor Anowar Hossain on screen. A song, which talks about the uncertainty of short-lived human lives made its way into the heart of people through Andrew Kishore's magical voice.

One of the most successful commercial films of the country, "Beder Meye Jochna" gifted the audience the popular song, "Beder Meye Jochna Amay Kotha Diyeche". Andrew Kishore reached the heights of peak popularity through this song.

Featuring Ilias Kanchan in the film, "Bheja Chokh", another timeless hit was the song, "Jiboner Golpo Ache Baki Olpo" by Andrew Kishore. A beautiful song with extraordinary lyrical excellence and Andrew Kishore's masterful voice is still relevant in our everyday world.

"Amar Bhitor Bahire Ontore Ontore", featuring another legend Salman Shah in the film, "Ontore Ontore", was a super hit song upon its release. This is one of the most popular songs of the golden era of cinema and yet this song surpassed generations in its popularity.

"Kare Dekhabo Moner Dukkho Go", was another instant hit and timeless classic gifted by the legend.

Featuring Ilias Kanchan and Zafor Iqbal in the film, "Bhai Bondhu", the song, "Bhengeche Pinjor Meleche Dana", is considered among the legend's most popular songs, cementing his name into the hearts of generations of music enthusiasts.

"Shobai Toh Bhalobasha Chay", voiced by Andrew Kishore and Sabina Yasmin, featured Jashim and Shabana on screen. Another popular hit of Andrew Kishore-Sabina Yasmin duo was the song, "Prithibir Joto Shukh", from the film "Shohojatri."

With more than fifteen thousand songs in his name, Andrew Kishore was not just a talented singer. For generations of music lovers and music enthusiasts, he is an everlasting inspiration, a constant source of motivation. The love and emotion, he poured into each and every one of his songs serves as a reminder of the power of music. Through his masterful creations, the Andrew Kishore legacy lives on for generations to follow.

Translated by Rasheek Tabassum Mondira