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‘Bihar Kokila’ Sharda Sinha’s top songs: From Chhathi Maiya Aayi Na Duaariya to Hum Aapke Hain Koun’s Babul

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‘Bihar Kokila’ Sharda Sinha’s top songs: From Chhathi Maiya Aayi Na Duaariya to Hum Aapke Hain Koun’s Babul

Sharda Sinha sang Barh Re Jatan Se, Dwar Chekai, Patna Se and Koyal Bin. She lent voice to Bollywood songs, including Taar Bijli from Gangs of Wasseypur- II.Sharda Sinha, also called ‘Begum Akhtar of Mithila’, was the melody behind Chhath Puja and many a celebration in the region – and outside it too.

Her songs echoed with the sounds of generations of folk singers who came before her, her voice earthy and imbued with the memory of home. The singer died on Tuesday night following a long battle with multiple myeloma. It was just four days after her 72nd birthday on November 1. Wednesday is the first day of Chhath celebrations, a festival she was always associated with. (Also Read | Sharda Sinha’s son Anshuman Sinha mourns his mom’s death, shares details about her last rites)

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About Sharda’s musical journey

Sharda always released a song during the festival and did so this year too not withstanding her ill health. A trained classical singer who effortlessly melded the folk in her many songs, Sinha was hailed as the voice of her people and often called ‘Bihar Kokila’. The Padma Bhushan recipient, whose career spanned more than five decades, lent her voice to songs in Maithili, Bhojpuri and Magahi languages.

Let’s take a look at some of her popular songs:

1) Chhathi Maiya Aayi Na Duaariya

Sharda sang the song in Bhojpuri and it released in 2003. It was part of the Sakal Jagtarini Hey Chhati Maiya album. She was also the composer of the song. The lyrics was written by Vinay Bihari. The song became widely popular since its release and has always been played during the festival of Chhath Puja.

2) Kartik Maas Ijoriya

The song sung by Sharda is from the album Aragh which released in 2005. It has been composed by Shailesh Thakkar and lyrics have been penned by Jyotindra Mishra.

3) Ho Deenanth

The song is from the album Chhathi Maiya released in 1986. Apart from singing the song, Sharda was also its music director as well as lyricist.

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4) Babul

The song sung by Sharda is from the 1994 film Hum Aapke Hain Koun, directed by Sooraj Barjatya. The film stars Madhuri Dixit, Salman Khan, Mohnish Bahl, Renuka Shahane, Alok Nath, Reema Lagoo and Anupam Kher. In the film, it was picturised on Mohnish and Renuka when their characters got married. The song was sung by Sharda with music by Raamlaxman and lyrics by Ravinder Rawal.

5) Kahe Toh Se Sajna

Sharda lent her voice to the song from the 1989 film Maine Pyar Kiya. It has been featured on Salman Khan and Bhagyashree. Directed by Sooraj Barjatya, the film also starred Alok Nath, Mohnish Bahl, and Reema Lagoo. In the song, Salman and Bhagyashree’s characters are seen working at an under-construction building and spending time with each other. The music was composed by Raamlaxman and the lyrics by Asad Bhopali.

About Sharda’s health, family

Sharda, who had been suffering from multiple myeloma since 2017, had been on oxygen support Institute Rotary Cancer Hospital (IRCH), the cancer institute of AIIMS, since October 27. She is survived by her children–Vandana and Anshuman. Just weeks ago, they lost their father, Braj Kishore Sinha, to a brain haemorrhage after a fall. It was a hard blow for the already ailing Sinha.

Over the years, she received various honours besides the Padma awards. These include the Rashtriya Devi Ahiliya Samman, Bihar Kala Puraskar, Bihar Ratna, Bhojpuri Ratna, and Mithila Vibhuti Samman.

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Rumours of Madonna and her boyfriend Akeem Morris being engaged are sparked by her massive diamond ring.

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Rumours of Madonna and her boyfriend Akeem Morris being engaged are sparked by her massive diamond ring.

Madonna fueled engagement rumors with Jamaican soccer player Akeem Morris, as she shared a picture where she flaunted a massive diamond ring.
Is Madonna engaged? The Queen of Pop, 66, has fueled engagement rumours with her 28 year-old rumored boyfriend Akeem Morris with her latest Instagram post. Madonna showed off a giant diamond ring on her left ring finger in one of the pictures.

Madonna’s latest Instagram post

In the post, Madonna shared a series of pictures from a party, in which she was accompanied with her daughter and boyfriend Akeem Morris. In one of the pictures, Madonna walked down a hallway with Akeem, showing off her ring directly towards the camera. There were more pictures where she cosied up with Akeem, and in one, he planted a kiss on her cheek.

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In the caption, Madonna said: “ I have been to hell and back and let me tell you it was wonderful !”

I saw this phrase At a Louise Bourgeois exhibition in Tokyo on New Year’s Eve. She took the words right out of my mouth..

To be a Mother and an Artist-

Equal parts, joy, and suffering.

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I can’t imagine living any other life-

Here’s to more Love- To happy children-to magical thinking-to good health and eternal blessings. I give thanks and praise To anyone being brave,- in this life and all the others.

In 2025 I raise a glass to anyone who has the courage to be Their authentic selves.”

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Madonna and Akeem Morris were first romantically linked in July 2023, when Madonna posted photos of them cuddling on social media. The two of them spent the Fourth of July this year, as seen in pictures on her Instagram post. In August, Akeem was by her side as Madonna celebrated her 66th birthday.

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Madonna has six children. She welcomed her eldest daughter Lourdes Leon with her then-partner Carlos Leon in 1996. Her second child is Rocco Ritchie, who was born in 2000, with ex-husband Guy Ritchie. She adopted son David Banda in 2008, her second daughter, Mercy, in 2009 and twins Estere and Stella in 2017 from Malawi.

Rumors about pop icon Madonna and her boyfriend Akeem Morris being engaged have recently surfaced, following the appearance of a massive diamond ring on her finger. The couple, who have been dating for over a year, sparked speculation when Madonna was seen wearing the stunning piece of jewelry during a public outing. The ring, featuring a large diamond, quickly caught the attention of fans and paparazzi, leading many to believe that an engagement announcement could be on the horizon.

While neither Madonna nor Akeem has confirmed or denied the engagement rumors, the presence of the ring has fueled ongoing gossip about their relationship. The couple has kept their romance relatively private.

often sharing glimpses of their life together on social media but rarely addressing their personal affairs in the public eye. However, the to all of tham ring has sparked excitement among fans, who are eager to know more about their relationship and whether this is the next step in their commitment to each other.

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Whether or not the engagement rumors are true, the massive diamond ring has certainly captured the imagination of fans worldwide. Madonna’s love life has always intrigued her fans, and this new chapter, filled with speculation and excitement, is no exception. Fans are now eagerly awaiting official word from the couple, hoping to get confirmation of what could be a significant milestone in their relationship.

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