Lata Mangeshkar Indian Singer Born 1929 in Indore
Lata Mangeshkar · singer and film actor · Indian
Biography
Indian singer Lata Mangeshkar was born on 28 September 1929 in Indore. She passed away on 6 February 2022 at the age of 92. The recorded cause of death is multiple organ dysfunction syndrome.
Early life
Her father was Deenanath Mangeshkar.
Career
In all, 9 albums are listed under her name between 1959 and 1992. From Deep Jwele Jaai (1959) to Purnama (1992), the list follows her releases year by year. Her recordings are classed as world music and indian film music.
Recognition
Lata Mangeshkar received the Knight of the Legion of Honour in 2006. Further recognition came with the Officer of the Legion of Honour (2007) and three National Film Awards (1972, 1974 and 1990). Altogether, 12 wins are listed.
Public roles
Lata Mangeshkar was member of Rajya Sabha between 1999 and 2005.
Discography
9 releases| Year | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | Purnama | Album |
| 1971 | কুহেলি | Album |
| 1969 | মন নিয়ে | Album |
| 1968 | Baghini | Album |
| 1968 | Jhuk Gaya Aasman | Album |
| 1968 | অদ্বিতীয় সাউন্ডট্র্যাক | Album |
| 1965 | আলোর পিপাসা সাউন্ডট্র্যাক | Album |
| 1965 | মণিহার সাউন্ডট্র্যাক | Album |
| 1959 | Deep Jwele Jaai | Album |
Awards and nominations
12 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | Officer of the Legion of Honour | Won | |
| 2006 | Knight of the Legion of Honour | Won | |
| 2001 | Bharat Ratna | Won | |
| 1999 | Padma Vibhushan | Won | |
| 1997 | Maharashtra Bhushan Award | Won | |
| 1990 | National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer | Won | |
| 1989 | Dadasaheb Phalke Award | Won | |
| 1974 | National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer | Won | |
| 1972 | National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer | Won | |
| 1969 | Padma Bhushan | Won | |
| Fellow of the Sangeet Natak Akademi | Won | ||
| IIFA Lifetime Achievement Award | Won |
Lata Mangeshkar on Social Media
Lata Mangeshkar Photos
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Frequently asked questions
How old was Lata Mangeshkar at the time of death?
Lata Mangeshkar died on 6 February 2022 at the age of 92. She was born on 28 September 1929.
What was Lata Mangeshkar’s cause of death?
According to Wikidata, Lata Mangeshkar died on 6 February 2022; the recorded cause of death is multiple organ dysfunction syndrome.
What is Lata Mangeshkar’s nationality?
Lata Mangeshkar was Indian, born in Indore.
Has Lata Mangeshkar won any awards?
Yes. 12 awards are on record, including Officer of the Legion of Honour (2007).
Sources
- Wikidata (Q156347), accessed October 2026
- Photo: Bollywood Hungama · CC BY 3.0
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