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I think Lata didi is idol of every indian. Her voice, her behaviour, her dedication towards work is symbolic of indian culture.
Whole mangeshkar family , they are Gandharv take birth on earth.
What percentage of the fees paid to the music director was received by the singer.
Why did Muhammed Rafi oppose the demand by other singers to increase their share of fees paid by the producer.
To hear story of lata I had tears in my eyes. Fortune comes by dint of hard work sacrifices passion n perseverance n determination. There is no substitute for hardwork
True Patriot, Jai Hind respected Honorable Lataji. You share your birthday with my Mother. A life full of Sacrifices. A True Legend.
I think Lata didi is idol of every indian. Her voice, her behaviour, her dedication towards work is symbolic of indian culture.
Whole mangeshkar family , they are Gandharv take birth on earth.
Lata Didi we salute your songs which is all the time so good
What percentage of the fees paid to the music director was received by the singer.
Why did Muhammed Rafi oppose the demand by other singers to increase their share of fees paid by the producer.
To hear story of lata I had tears in my eyes. Fortune comes by dint of hard work sacrifices passion n perseverance n determination. There is no substitute for hardwork