Zakir Hussain Passes Away: Kareena Kapoor Khan, Ranveer Singh, Karan Johar and others mourn the demise of legendary Tabla player

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As a lifestyle expert with a rich background in music and the arts, I find myself deeply saddened by the loss of Ustad Zakir Hussain. His untimely demise has left an indelible void not just in the world of Indian classical music, but globally.

On December 15, 2024, Ustad Zakir Hussain, a globally recognized master of tabla, passed away at the age of 73 in San Francisco, following complications with heart disease. Not long after, numerous Bollywood stars, such as Ranveer Singh, Karan Johar, Hansal Mehta, and Zoya Akhtar, among others, expressed their condolences on social media platforms upon hearing the news of his death.

Shortly following the widespread news about Zakir Hussain’s unfortunate passing, Ranveer Singh shared a picture of the musician on his social media, accompanied by a red heart, folded hands, and evil eye emoji.

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Kareena Kapoor Khan honored Hussain one more time by sharing a heartwarming photo that included herself, the table player, and Kareena’s father, Randhir Kapoor.

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Film director Karan Johar paid tribute on his Instagram Stories, saying “Farewell, Ustad Zakir Hussain. A salute to the legendary musician who leaves behind an unfillable gap in the international music scene.

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Director Hansal Mehta paid a heartfelt farewell on the platform that was once Twitter, to the masterful tabla maestro, Zakir Hussain. He wrote, “The master who turned countless nights at Hindustani classical concerts into unforgettable memories. The artist who could captivate an audience. The Ustad who gave a whole new sexiness to the tabla. Farewell, Ustad Zakir Hussain.

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Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar was deeply saddened by the sad news. So, she too shared a black-and-white picture of Hussain on her Instagram, along with the caption “Master (heart emoji) #therewillneverbeanotheryou #thankyouforthemusic #zakirhussain #maestro #nationaltreasure #RIP @zakirhq9.” This means she expressed her sorrow for the loss of Hussain, a renowned artist, and thanked him for his music.

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Actress Nimrat Kaur reminisced about the last time she saw Ustad Zakir Hussain perform at Prithvi Theatre earlier this year. Upon hearing of his passing, she shared, “On February 28th, when I last saw Ustad Zakir Hussain live at Prithvi Theatre, I remember my heart pulsing in sync with the rhythm of his unparalleled genius. His global fame and the pinnacle of his accomplishments will continue to motivate and invigorate us forever.

In simpler terms, the actress said, “Striving to stay humble, gracious, and generous throughout one’s life journey is something I will always aspire to, much like the remarkable person you were. Your compassionate gaze and enigmatic spirit will endure for future generations…May you rest in peace, Ustad ji. No one else will ever be quite like you.

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Playback singer Kumar Sanu expressed grief along with other celebrities over the demise of the 73-year-old musician. In a heartfelt post, he expressed that the world of music has lost a divine maestro. Sanu further mentioned that Ustad Zakir Hussain Ji’s tabla spoke the universal language, transcending hearts and cultures through its enchanting magic.

He added, “I share very sweet memories with him—his warmth, his laughter, and his humility were as legendary as his music. His rhythms were timeless, his artistry unmatched. Rest in peace, Ustad ji. Your legacy will resonate forever in our souls. #RIP #ustadzakirhussain.”

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Musician Sonu Nigam, as well as cricket stars Virender Sehwag and VVS Laxman, all offered their respects to Ustad Zakir Hussain.

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2024-12-15 21:23