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Reviews of ‘Mufasa’ and ‘Viduthalai Part 2’
3 weeks ago

Reviews of ‘Mufasa’ and ‘Viduthalai Part 2’

The Hindu  

Around Tinsel Town >> ‘God of Tabla’ Zakir Hussain passes away Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain died at a hospital in San Francisco due to complications arising out of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Here are a few highlights from the festival: > Walter Salles’s ‘I’m Still Here’ speaks to the current times > Ann Hui: A career spanning independent cinema to the …

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Zakir Hussain (1951-2024) | ‘A miracle never dies’
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Zakir Hussain (1951-2024) | ‘A miracle never dies’

The Hindu  

Dear Guruji, On Sunday night, as I watched the full moon rise, I thought to myself that the next Guru Purnima I had to spend the day with you and photograph you with all your students. Just two weeks ago, while I was talking about your influence on my life — showing the audience in the Indian Museum in Kolkata …

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Did you know Zakir Hussain could have been young Salim in Dilip Kumar-Madhubala starrer 'Mughal-e-Azam'?
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Did you know Zakir Hussain could have been young Salim in Dilip Kumar-Madhubala starrer 'Mughal-e-Azam'?

Firstpost  

Hussain died at a San Francisco hospital on Monday due to complications arising from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a lung disease. It was around the same time that he met director K Asif on the sets of “Mughal-e-Azam” for what was almost an audition for the role of the young Prince Salim. The tabla maestro recalled his early brush with the …

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Ustad Zakir Hussain’s ’devout Muslim’ father, a Saraswati devotee, refused to chant Islamic prayer for his son
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Ustad Zakir Hussain’s ’devout Muslim’ father, a Saraswati devotee, refused to chant Islamic prayer for his son

Live Mint  

The late tabla maestro Zakir Hussain once shared a fascinating story about his father, Ustad Alla Rakha, and his unique way of worshipping Saraswati, the Hindu goddess of knowledge and music. Zakir mentioned that his father, a devout Muslim, considered his rhythms as prayers, saying, “I am a devotee of Goddess Saraswati and Lord Ganesh.” Zakir further shared how his …

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‘He made my life’: Zakir Hussain's tabla maker recalls memories of the legend
3 weeks, 5 days ago

‘He made my life’: Zakir Hussain's tabla maker recalls memories of the legend

Hindustan Times  

For Haridas Vhatkar, tabla making won’t be the same again, as he mourns the passing away of his most celebrated customer, Ustad Zakir Hussain. “I first began making tablas for his father Alla Rakha, and made tablas for Zakir Hussain saab since 1998,” an emotional Vhatkar, 59, told PTI. He paid a lot of attention to the ‘tuning’ aspect of …

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What Is Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis? How This Lung Condition Zakir Hussain Suffered From Is Diagnosed
3 weeks, 5 days ago

What Is Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis? How This Lung Condition Zakir Hussain Suffered From Is Diagnosed

ABP News  

By Dr. Mahavir Modi The demise of renowned tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain on December 15 brought to light a previously lesser-known health condition that affects your lungs. Known as idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, it is a long-term, gradually worsening disease that results in lung tissue becoming gradually fibrotic, and it becomes difficult for a person to breathe as well as …

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Exploring unknown facts about Ustad Zakir Hussain; from getting married in secret to teenage rockstar dreams
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Exploring unknown facts about Ustad Zakir Hussain; from getting married in secret to teenage rockstar dreams

Hindustan Times  

At the age of 73, renowned tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain passed away on December 15. Renowned tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain passed away on December 15 His teenage rock and roll dreams In conversation with Simi, Ustad Hussain candidly shared that his early aspirations were far from the tabla. Rhythms instead of prayers Zakir Hussain’s father, the legendary tabla …

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Zakir Hussain, renowned tabla player, dies at 73 | A life in pictures
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Zakir Hussain, renowned tabla player, dies at 73 | A life in pictures

The Hindu  

Tabla maestro Zakir Hussain died at a hospital in San Francisco, his family said on Monday. India's tabla maestro Zakir Hussain plays tabla during a cultural programme in the eastern Indian city of Patna on December 19, 2008. Carnatic vocal maestro Shankar Mahadevan with Tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain, Mandolin Vidwan U. Shrinivas, Guitarist John Mclaughlin and Kanjira wizard V. …

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Did you know Zakir Hussain beat Amitabh Bachchan at ‘sexiest man’ title in 1994?
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Did you know Zakir Hussain beat Amitabh Bachchan at ‘sexiest man’ title in 1994?

Hindustan Times  

Zakir Hussain, to the world, will always be known as the tabla maestro with a big smile on his face. Zakir's title of sexiest man Zakir was voted the “sexiest man” by women readers of the Indian magazine Gentleman in 1994 in a competition against the likes of Amitabh Bachchan. I think they were equally shocked and surprised that I …

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Tabla Legend Zakir Hussain Dies: Grammy Winner, Global Music Pioneer Was 73
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Tabla Legend Zakir Hussain Dies: Grammy Winner, Global Music Pioneer Was 73

The Hindu  

Published : Dec 16, 2024 08:19 IST - 5 MINS READ His fingers flew, fluttered and floated in quicksilver changes of raga and rhythm, drumming up music and magic. “The mindset as I was growing up tuned itself to the idea that music is music, it’s not Indian music or that music, so when I actually started working with musicians …

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Zakir Hussain's life in pics: From winning Grammy Award to being honoured with Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Zakir Hussain's life in pics: From winning Grammy Award to being honoured with Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan

Hindustan Times  

Zakir Hussain's life in pics: From winning Grammy Award to being honoured with Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan Zakir Hussain died at a hospital in San Francisco due to complications arising out of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Zakir Hussain died at a hospital in San Francisco due to complications arising out of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis. Zakir Hussain died at a hospital …

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Obituary- Ustad Zakir Hussain passes away at 73. A look at Tabla maestro’s life
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Obituary- Ustad Zakir Hussain passes away at 73. A look at Tabla maestro’s life

Live Mint  

Ustad Zakir Hussain, the revered Tabla maestro, passed away on December 15, 2024, in San Francisco at the age of 73 due to complications from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, Hindustan Times reported. Ustad Zakir Hussain: A Global Icon in Music Zakir Hussain was the eldest son of the legendary Tabla player Ustad Alla Rakha Over a remarkable career spanning six decades, …

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Ustad Zakir Hussain's net worth: How much did tabla maestro earn per concert?
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Ustad Zakir Hussain's net worth: How much did tabla maestro earn per concert?

India Today  

Tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain died at the age of 73 in San Francisco, USA, due to idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a chronic lung disease. EARLY LIFE AND CAREER Born on March 9, 1951, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, Zakir Hussain was the eldest son of the legendary tabla maestro Ustad Allah Rakha. NET WORTH AND EARNINGS Ustad Zakir Hussain’s musical career earned …

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'Wah, Ustad!': Zakir Hussain gave tabla new identity, fused music to make magic
3 weeks, 5 days ago

'Wah, Ustad!': Zakir Hussain gave tabla new identity, fused music to make magic

New Indian Express  

At the 2024 Grammys, Hussain earned his first honour for best global music album for 'This Moment' as part of the fusion music group Shakti, which includes founding member British guitarist John McLaughlin, as well as vocalist Shankar Mahadevan, violinist Ganesh Rajagopalan and percussionist Selvaganesh Vinayakram. He later won two other awards for the best global music performance for 'Pashto' …

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Celebrating Zakir Hussain: Lesser known stories about India's tabla icon
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Celebrating Zakir Hussain: Lesser known stories about India's tabla icon

India Today  

The story of Zakir Hussain, the 'ustad' who became India's leading tabla icon of his generation, begins with a remarkable initiation. THE FUSION ERA: WHERE INDIAN CLASSICAL MET THE WORLD Zakir Hussain’s genius lay in his ability to transcend genres. GRAMMY GLORY AND GLOBAL RECOGNITION Zakir Hussain made history in 2024 by becoming the first Indian artist to win three …

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Watch: Kay Kay Menon is a fierce gangster in 'Murshid' trailer
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Watch: Kay Kay Menon is a fierce gangster in 'Murshid' trailer

India Today  

The trailer for 'Murshid', starring actors Kay Kay Menon and Tanuj Virwani in lead roles, was unveiled on August 20. As Murshid battles to safeguard his family and protect his legacy, he faces relentless pursuit from Inspector Kumar Pratap Rana, his adopted son, and manipulation from the power-hungry politician Jayendra. Also, take a look at the trailer of 'Murshid' here: …

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Zakir Khan on facing rejection: Always been for my appearance or financial status
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Zakir Khan on facing rejection: Always been for my appearance or financial status

India Today  

Stand-up comic and actor, Zakir Khan, turned creator for Amazon miniTV's ‘Chacha Vidhayak Hain Humare’, whose third season was recently launched. Talking to us, Zakir Khan shared that whenever he's been snubbed or insulted, it's always been for the way he looks. Watch the interview here: Zakir Khan's co-star and friend, Kumar Varun, also went on to add that the …

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A wah moment in Zakir Hussain’s travels in taal
11 months ago

A wah moment in Zakir Hussain’s travels in taal

Hindustan Times  

While presenting Pashto before an Oregon audience a few months ago, Ustad Zakir Hussain said, “This is a song presented as a British military tune in the northwestern frontier province of India by the marching soldiers and Indian musicians together.” Pashto got the Grammy 2024 award for the best global performance. The foundations of Zakir Hussain lie in Indian classical …

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Ustad Zakir Hussain: I cannot thank social media enough
1 year, 5 months ago

Ustad Zakir Hussain: I cannot thank social media enough

Hindustan Times  

He is 73, but still considers himself “a student”. The tabla meastro returned from a Europe tour with his band Shakti two days ago and immediately took the stage up for a show in Mumbai, followed by a detailed discussion on his latest collaboration with the Symphony Orchestra of India for a triple concerto that will be held at the …

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Zakir Khan explains what your life mantra should be at Sahitya AajTak 2022
2 years, 1 month ago

Zakir Khan explains what your life mantra should be at Sahitya AajTak 2022

India Today  

Comedian and actor Zakir Khan spoke about the simple mantra one should abide by in life at Sahitya AajTak 2022 on November 20. While speaking about the impact of social media on the youth, Zakir Khan pointed out, “Knowledge doesn’t matter anymore because everything is accessible. Even your marriage will be a happy one because of this one mantra.” When …

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Delhi University Asks College Heads to Counsel Students for Suicide Prevention
2 years, 3 months ago

Delhi University Asks College Heads to Counsel Students for Suicide Prevention

News 18  

Days after a student of Zakir Hussain College allegedly died by suicide, Delhi University on Friday advised college heads to counsel students from time to time and tell them about the value of human life. “All the heads, directors, principals, provosts, wardens are advised to counsel their students from time to time and explain to the students about the importance …

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Read about Ustad Zakir Hussain’s childhood in author Sandhya Rao’s new book for children
4 years, 9 months ago

Read about Ustad Zakir Hussain’s childhood in author Sandhya Rao’s new book for children

The Hindu  

After Bavi Begum brought her baby boy home from the hospital in 1951, she placed the day-and-a-half-old into his father’s arms. Though born to maestro Allarakha Qureshi, the world then did not know this baby would grow up to be a tabla virtuoso: Ustad Zakir Hussain. In her new book for children, Zakir and His Tabla, Chennai-based author Sandhya Rao …

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Zakir Naik won't be sent back to India, any other country can have him: Malaysia PM
5 years, 4 months ago

Zakir Naik won't be sent back to India, any other country can have him: Malaysia PM

India Today  

Amid renewed calls in Malaysia to send back Islamic preacher Zakir Naik to India, the country's prime minister has rejected the demand and said that he will be staying in Malaysia as his life will be at risk. This comes after Malaysia Human Resources Minister M Kulasegaran said Zakir Naik, a permanent resident of Malaysia, should not be allowed to …

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