Tragic Loss: Zubeen Garg's Untimely Passing After Scuba Diving Incident
SHOCKING DEATH OF BOLLYWOOD STAR ZUBEEN GARG ROCKS THE INDUSTRY!
In a tragic turn of events, Indian music sensation and Bollywood star Zubeen Garg has met his untimely demise at the age of 52 while on vacation in Singapore. The news of his passing sent shockwaves across the nation, leaving fans and fellow celebrities reeling with grief.
According to reports, Garg was scuba diving last Friday when he experienced severe breathing difficulties. Despite being given CPR by the local authorities, he was rushed to the Singapore General Hospital, where he was declared dead in the ICU around 2:30 pm IST.
The news of his passing broke while Garg was scheduled to perform at the Northeast India Festival in Suntec City, Singapore, just a day later. The festival organizers, led by director Shaymkanu Mahanta, received an urgent call from Garg's manager, who informed them about the tragic incident.
"We had no prior knowledge of Zubeen taking a yacht visit with the local Assamese community," Mahanta revealed in a statement. "In light of this tragedy, we have decided to cancel the event as a mark of respect."
The Times of India reported that Assam chief minister Himanta Biswa Sarma addressed a press conference on Sunday, where he revealed that Garg's death certificate lists drowning as the cause of death. However, the post-mortem report is still pending and will be released once completed.
Meanwhile, thousands of fans and well-wishers gathered outside Sarusajai Stadium in Guwahati to pay their respects to the late actor, who was affectionately known as "Joddha". The sea of mourners included Garg's wife of 23 years, Garima Saikia Garg, a renowned costume designer, and their son, Gautam Garg.
ANI tweeted a heart-wrenching video on Sunday that captured the moment when Garg's grieving widow was seen crying uncontrollably with her hands pressed against the glass coffin containing her beloved husband's body.
The Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, took to social media to express his shock and condolences over Garg's untimely death. "I'm shocked by the sudden demise of popular singer Zubeen Garg," Modi tweeted on X. "He will be remembered for his rich contribution to music. His renditions were very popular among people across all walks of life."
Rahul Gandhi, the Chief Minister of Assam, also paid tribute to Garg, calling it a "terrible tragedy". "His voice defined a generation, and his talent was truly unmatched," Gandhi tweeted. "He overcame personal tragedies to reshape the landscape of Assamese music. His perseverance and courage have left an enduring mark."
Garg's illustrious career spanned four decades, during which he released over 38K songs in various languages and played 12 instruments, including the drums, guitar, harmonica, mandolin, keyboard, and tabla. He was also a sought-after singer, with his signature song "Ya Ali" from Anurag Basu's 2006 romantic thriller, Gangster: A Love Story, being one of his biggest hits.
The Kalaguru Artiste Foundation founder averaged 2.4M monthly listeners on Spotify and had two upcoming films set to be released – Homework and Roi Roi Binale. His fans will undoubtedly miss the energy, passion, and talent that he brought to the music industry.
As news of Garg's passing spreads like wildfire, fans and fellow celebrities are taking to social media to pay their tributes to the late singer. The news has left everyone in shock, with many expressing their sadness and disbelief at the untimely demise of this musical legend.
A LIFE CUT SHORT
Zubeen Garg was born Borthakur on July 8, 1970, in Guwahati, Assam. He started his music career at just 19 years old when he released his debut studio album Anamika in 1992. The rest, as they say, is history.
With a career spanning over four decades, Garg became one of the most sought-after singers and musicians in India and beyond. His versatility and talent knew no bounds, as he effortlessly sang in over 40 languages and played multiple instruments with ease.
Garg's personal life was also marked by tragedy when his first wife passed away at a young age. However, this setback only fueled his determination to succeed, and he went on to become one of the most beloved singers in Assamese music.
A LEGACY THAT WILL LIVE ON
As fans and fellow celebrities mourn Garg's passing, they will undoubtedly remember him for his incredible talent, his passion for music, and his ability to connect with people across all walks of life. His legacy will live on through the countless songs he sang and the memories he created.
The Assam government has announced that a memorial will be built in Garg's honor, on a 10-bigha land parcel in Hatimura, Kamarkuchi NC Village. The state mourning period has been observed, with a ceremony to be held on Tuesday to bid farewell to this musical legend.
In a final tribute to the late singer, let us remember his iconic song "Ya Ali" and pay our respects to this talented musician who left an indelible mark on the music industry.
