Lata Mangeshkar Age, Height, Net Worth, Biography

Lata Mangeshkar was born on September 28, 1929 (92 years old) in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. She passed away on February 6, 2022. She is known as the “Nightingale of India” and is one of the greatest playback singers in Indian music history.

She was surrounded by music from an early age. Her father was a classical singer and actor, and he played a significant role in shaping her talent. She started singing and performing in her father’s musical plays when she was young. Being in a family of musicians, her love for singing grew more vigorous, leading her to a fantastic career.

Her music career helped her build a decent net worth. She recorded songs in over 36 languages, making her a global star. She won many awards, showing her importance to Indian music.

You can read her full biography here to learn more about her wiki, family, education, and career.

Wiki

Full Name	Lata Mangeshkar
Profession	– Playback Singer – Music Composer (occasional) – Film Producer (occasional)
Famous As	Singer
Nick Name	Lata Didi
Names earned	– Nightingale of India – Voice of the Millennium – Queen of Melody
Date of Birth	28 September 1929
Date of Death	6 February 2022
Age (at the time of death)	92 Years
Nationality	Indian
Birthplace	Indore, Madhya Pradesh
Hometown	Mumbai, India
Country	India
Zodiac Sign	Libra
Religion	Hinduism
Hobbies	Cooking, Photography, Watching Cricket Matches, Playing the Slot Machines in Las Vegas
Food Habits	Non-Vegetarian
Educational Qualification	Lata Mangeshkar never received a formal education. She was taught the Marathi alphabet by a maid, she learned Sanskrit by a local priest, while other tutors and relatives taught her other subjects at home.
School Name	She attended a school in Mumbai, only for a single day.
Debut	• Hindi: “Mata Ek Sapoot Ki Duniya Badal De Tu” for the Marathi film Gajaabhaau (1943) • Bengali: ‘Akash Prodeep Jole’ (1956) – composed by Satinath Mukhopadhyay • Gujarati: 6 songs from the Gujarati film Mehndi Rang Lagyo (1960) • Kannada: 2 songs from the Kannada film Kranthiveera Sangolli Rayanna (1967) • Malayalam: ‘Kadhali Chenkadhali’ from the Malayalam film Nellu (1974); this is the only song she recorded in Malayalam. • Meitei: ‘Nungshiba Magi Ethak Ereida’ from the Meitei film Meichak (1999) • Odia: ‘Sei chuna chuna tara phula aaji’ from the film Surjyamukhi (1963) • Punjabi: ‘Pyar De Bhuleke’ from the Hindi film Guddi (1971) • Sinhala: 2 songs from the Sinhala film Seda Sulang (1955) • Tamil: 4 songs from the Tamil film Aan (Murattu Adiyaal) (1953) • Telugu: ‘Niddurapora Thammuda’ from the Telugu film Santhanam (1955) • Bhojpuri: ‘Hey Ganga Maiya Tohe Piyari Chadhaibo’ from the Bhojpuri film ‘Ganga Maiya Tohe Piyari Chadhaibo’ (1963) Acting • Marathi Film: Pahili Mangalore (1943); she played the heroine’s sister Music Director • Marathi Film: Ram Ram Pavhana (1960) Producer • Marathi Film: Vaadal (1953) • Hindi Film: Jhaanjhar (1953)

Family

Lata Mangeshkar’s father was Deenanath Mangeshkar, a classical singer and theatre actor. Her mother was Shevanti Mangeshkar.

Lata Mangeshkar had four siblings named Meena, Asha, Usha, and Hridaynath Mangeshkar. All of them worked in the music industry. Her sister Asha Bhosle also became a famous playback singer.

Father Name	Deenanath Mangeshkar (Marathi theatre actor, musician, and vocalist)
Mother Name	Shevanti Mangeshkar (sister of Deenanath Mangeshkar’s first wife Narmada)

Physical Appearance

Lata Mangeshkar was about 5 feet 1 inch (155 cm) tall. She weighed around 65 kg (143 lbs). She had black eyes and salt-and-pepper hair. The information about her body measurements is yet to be updated.

Height (Approx.)	in centimeters – 155 cm in meters – 1.55 m in feet inches – 5’ 1”
Weight (Approx.)	in kilograms – 65 kg in pounds – 143 lbs
Eye Color	Black
Hair Color	Salt & Pepper

Lata Mangeshkar Career

Lata Mangeshkar was one of India’s most famous singers. Her voice touched millions, and she sang in many languages. Here is a look at her journey in music.

Starting (1940s)

Her first song was for a Marathi film in 1942, but it was removed. In 1943, she sang her first Hindi song, “Mata Ek Sapoot Ki Duniya Badal De Tu .” 

In 1945, she moved to Mumbai and started learning classical music. Music director Ghulam Haider gave her a big break with Majboor (1948). 

Year	Songs
1942	“Naachu Yaa Gade, Khelu Saari Mani Haus Bhaari” (Kiti Hasaal) (removed from the final cut)
1942	“Natali Chaitraachi Navalaai” (Pahili Mangalaa-gaur)
1943	“Mata Ek Sapoot Ki Duniya Badal De Tu” (Gajaabhaau)
1945	“Paa Lagoon Kar Jori” (Aap Ki Seva Mein)
1945	“Maata Tere Charnon Mein” (Badi Maa)
1948	“Dil Mera Toda, Mujhe Kahin Ka Na Chhora” (Majboor)
1949	“Aayega Aanewaala” (Mahal)

Becoming Famous (1950s)

In the 1950s, Lata Mangeshkar became one of India’s most popular playback singers. She worked with many famous music directors, including Anil Biswas, Shankar Jaikishan, Naushad, S. D. Burman, and C. Ramchandra. She sang for hit films like Tarana (1951), Heer (1956), Afsana (1951), and Aansoo (1953).

She also started singing in different languages. She sang a song in Sinhala for a Sri Lankan movie in 1955. The same year, she recorded her first Telugu song for the movie Santhanam. In 1956, she sang her first Tamil song for the movie Vanaradham.

In the 1960s, she continued working with big composers. She sang beautiful raga-based songs for Naushad in movies like Baiju Bawra (1952) and Mother India (1957). She also worked with Shankar-Jaikishan in movies like Shree 420 (1955) and Chori Chori (1956).

However, in 1957, she disagreed with S. D. Burman and did not sing for him again until 1962.

She also worked with C. Ramchandra in movies like Albela (1951) and Anarkali (1953) and with Madan Mohan in films like Baagi (1953) and Adalat (1958).

One of her famous songs, “Aye Maalik Tere Bande Hum“ from Do Aankhen Barah Haath (1957), was later used as a school anthem in Pakistan.

Year	Songs
1951	“Aaja Re Pardesi” (Madhumati)
1951	Songs from Tarana
1951	Songs from Afsana
1952	Songs from Baiju Bawra
1953	Songs from Aansoo
1953	Songs from Albela
1953	Songs from Baagi
1953	Songs from Anarkali
1955	Songs from Adl-e-Jehangir
1955	Songs from Railway Platform
1955	Songs from Pocketmaar
1955	First Sinhala song (Sri Lanka, Ma Priyadara Jaya Bhumi – Seda Sulang)
1955	First Telugu song (Nidhurapora Thammudaa – Santhanam)
1955	Songs from Uran Khatola
1956	First Tamil song (Enthan Kannalan – Vanaradham)
1956	Songs from Heer
1956	Songs from Mr. Lambu
1956	Songs from Dekh Kabira Roya
1957	Songs from Mother India
1957	Songs from Do Aankhen Barah Haath (“Aye Maalik Tere Bande Hum”)
1958	Songs from Adalat
1958	Songs from Jailor
1958	Songs from Mohar
1958	Songs from Chacha Zindabad

The Queen of Playback Singing (1960s)

In the 1960s, Lata Mangeshkar continued to sing for many popular films and worked with famous music composers.

• In 1960, she sang two hit songs: “Pyar Kiya To Darna Kya” (Mughal-e-Azam) and “Ajeeb Dastaan Hai Yeh” (Dil Apna Aur Preet Parai).
• In 1961, she recorded two bhajans: “Allah Tero Naam” and “Prabhu Tero Naam.”
• In 1963, she sang the patriotic song “Aye Mere Watan Ke Logo,” which moved Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru to tears.
• In the mid-1960s, she recorded many hit songs for S. D. Burman and R. D. Burman, including:
  • “Aaj Phir Jeene Ki Tamanna Hai” (Guide, 1965)
  • “Gata Rahe Mera Dil” (Guide, 1965)
  • “Hothon Pe Aisi Baat” (Jewel Thief, 1967)

She also sang hit songs for Madan Mohan, such as:

• “Lag Jaa Gale” (Woh Kaun Thi?, 1964)
• “Teri Aankho Ke Siva” (Chirag, 1969)

In 1963, she started working with Laxmikant-Pyarelal, with whom she sang over 700 songs. Some of their popular movies included Parasmani (1963), Milan (1967), and Do Raaste (1969).

She sang songs in other languages, too. She debuted in Kannada in 1967 and recorded several Marathi and Bengali songs.

By the end of the 1960s, she remained India’s most popular playback singer, delivering some of the most loved songs in Bollywood.

Year	Songs
1960	“Pyar Kiya To Darna Kya” (Mughal-e-Azam)
1960	“Ajeeb Dastaan Hai Yeh” (Dil Apna Aur Preet Parai)
1961	“Allah Tero Naam” (Bhajan)
1961	“Prabhu Tero Naam” (Bhajan)
1962	“Kahin Deep Jale Kahin Dil” (Bees Saal Baad)
1963	“Aye Mere Watan Ke Logo” (Patriotic song)
1965	“Aaj Phir Jeene Ki Tamanna Hai” (Guide)
1965	“Gata Rahe Mera Dil” (Guide)
1967	“Hothon Pe Aisi Baat” (Jewel Thief)
1964	“Lag Jaa Gale” (Woh Kaun Thi?)
1969	“Teri Aankho Ke Siva” (Chirag)
1963	Songs from Parasmani (Laxmikant-Pyarelal)
1967	Songs from Milan (Laxmikant-Pyarelal)
1969	Songs from Do Raaste (Laxmikant-Pyarelal)

Even Bigger Success (1970s)

In the 1970s, Lata Mangeshkar continued to sing for popular films and worked with many well-known music directors.

• In 1972, she sang “Chalte Chalte” and “Inhi Logon Ne” for Pakeezah.
• She recorded famous songs like “Rangeela Re” (Prem Pujari, 1970), “Khilte Hain Gul Yahaan” (Sharmeelee, 1971), and “Piya Bina” (Abhimaan, 1973).
• She worked with Laxmikant-Pyarelal and Rahul Dev Burman, singing for movies like Amar Prem (1972), Kati Patang (1971), Caravan (1971), and Aandhi (1975).

Other Contributions

• In 1978, she sang the famous song “Satyam Shivam Sundaram” for Raj Kapoor’s film.
• By the late 1970s and early 1980s, she started working with the next generation of composers like Rajesh Roshan and Anu Malik.
• She also worked closely with Assamese musician Bhupen Hazarika and later sang “Dil Hoom Hoom Kare” (Rudaali, 1993), which became a huge hit.

New Music and New Voices (1980s)

In the 1980s, Lata Mangeshkar continued to sing in many hit films and worked with top music directors.

Famous Songs and Movies

• She sang for films like Silsila (1981), Prem Rog (1982), Hero (1983), Ram Teri Ganga Maili (1985), Nagina (1986), and Ram Lakhan (1989).
• Her song “Zu Zu Zu Yashoda” from Sanjog (1985) was a big hit.
• She made a comeback to Tamil films with two songs: “Aaraaro Aaraaro” (Anand, 1987) and “Valai Osai” (Sathya, 1988).
• She recorded her second Telugu song for Aakhari Poratam (1988).

Major Collaborations

• Laxmikant-Pyarelal composed some of her biggest hits in this decade, including:
  • “Tu Kitne Baras Ka” (Karz, 1980)
  • “Mere Naseeb Mein” (Naseeb, 1980)
  • “Zindagi Ki Na Toote” (Kranti, 1981)
  • “Ye Galiyan Ye Chaubara” (Prem Rog, 1982)
  • “O Ramji Tere Lakhan Ne” (Ram Lakhan, 1989)
• Rahul Dev Burman also gave her famous songs like:
  • “Jaane Kaise Kab” (Shakti, 1982)
  • “Jab Hum Jawan Honge” (Betaab, 1983)
  • “Tujhse Naraaz Nahin” (Masoom, 1983)
  • “Sagar Kinare” (Sagar, 1985)
• Bappi Lahiri composed some of her hit songs, such as:
  • “Naino Mein Sapna” (Himmatwala, 1983)
  • “Dooriyan Sab Mita Do” (Saboot, 1980)
• Other composers like Rajesh Roshan, Khayyam, and Usha Khanna have also worked with her during this decade.

Concerts and Charity Work

• In 1985, she performed at Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto, where 12,000 people attended. The event raised $150,000 for charity.

A New Generation (1990s)

In the 1990s, Lata Mangeshkar continued to record songs for many films and worked with top music directors, including Anand–Milind, Nadeem-Shravan, Jatin–Lalit, Anu Malik, and A. R. Rahman. She also sang with famous singers like Kumar Sanu, Udit Narayan, Sonu Nigam, and Jagjit Singh.

Major Songs and Albums

• She sang for Yash Chopra’s films, including Lamhe (1991), Darr (1993), Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), and Dil To Pagal Hai (1997).
• She recorded songs for Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! (1994), Dil Ki Baazi (1993), and Megha (1996).
• In 1994, she released Shraddanjali—My Tribute to the Immortals, in which she sang songs by legendary singers like K. L. Saigal, Kishore Kumar, and Mohammed Rafi.
• In 1998, she recorded “Jiya Jale” (Dil Se..) with A. R. Rahman.

Other Ventures

• In 1999, she launched her perfume brand, Lata Eau de Parfum.
• She was nominated to the Rajya Sabha (Indian Parliament), but due to health issues, she did not attend many sessions.

International Collaborations

• In 1991, she recorded songs with Indonesian singer Rhoma Irama for an album titled “Ratu Dangdut Dunia.”  
• She also sang in Bahasa (Indonesian language) songs and became popular in Indonesia.

Final Years (2000s–2020s)

In the 2000s, Lata Mangeshkar continued to receive honors and record music.

Music and Albums

• She recorded songs for movies like Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (2001) and Veer-Zaara (2004).
• In 2007, she released Saadgi, an album featuring ghazals written by Javed Akhtar.

2010s

• In 2011, she released the album Sarhadein: Music Beyond Boundaries, which included a duet with Mehdi Hassan.
• In 2012, she launched her own music label, LM Music, and recorded bhajans with her sister Usha Mangeshkar.
• In 2014, she recorded a Bengali album Shurodhwani, and collaborated with A. R. Rahman for the song “Laadli”.
• In 2019, she released “Saugandh Mujhe Is Mitti Ki,” a patriotic song for the Indian Army.

2020s

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi released her last recorded song, “Shree Ramarpan,” in 2024.

Bengali music

Lata Mangeshkar had a successful Bengali music career, singing 185 songs.

• She made her Bengali debut in 1956 with the hit song “Aakash Prodeep Jwole,” composed by Satinath Mukhopadhyay.
• The same year, she sang “Rongila Banshite,” a song by Bhupen Hazarika, which became very popular.
• In the late 1950s, she recorded many hit songs like “Jaare Ude Jare Pakhi,” “Na Jeona,” and “Ogo Aar Kichu To Noy,” composed by Salil Chowdhury. Some of these songs were later adapted into Hindi, such as “Ja Re Ud Ja Re Panchi” (Maya) and “O Sajna” (Parakh).
• In 1960, she recorded “Akash Pradip Jole”.
• In the 1960s, she sang many more hit Bengali songs, including:
  • “Ekbar Biday De Ma Ghure Ashi”
  • “Saat Bhai Champa”
  • “Ke Pratham Kache Esechi”
  • “Chanchal Mon Anmona”
  • “Aaj Mon Cheyeche”
• She worked with famous Bengali composers like Sudhin Dasgupta, Hemant Kumar, and Salil Chowdhury.

Collaborations

Lata Mangeshkar sang many duets with different singers throughout her career.

1940s–1970s

• She sang with famous singers like Asha Bhosle, Suraiya, Shamshad Begum, Mukesh, Mohammed Rafi, Kishore Kumar, Talat Mahmood, Manna Dey, Hemant Kumar, and Geeta Dutt.
• In 1964, she sang “Chanda Se Hoga” with P. B. Sreenivas (Main Bhi Ladki Hoon).

1980s

• After Mukesh (1976), Mohammed Rafi, and Kishore Kumar (1980s) died, she sang with the next generation of singers.
• She worked with Shailendra Singh, Shabbir Kumar, Nitin Mukesh (Mukesh’s son), Manhar Udhas, Amit Kumar (Kishore Kumar’s son), Mohammed Aziz, Suresh Wadkar, S. P. Balasubrahmanyam, and Vinod Rathod.

1990s

• She collaborated with Roop Kumar Rathod, Hariharan, Pankaj Udhas, Abhijeet, Udit Narayan, and Kumar Sanu.
• Some of her famous songs from Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995) include:
  • “Mere Khwabon Mein Jo Aaye”
  • “Tujhe Dekha To Yeh Jana Sanam”
  • “Mehndi Laga Ke Rakhna”

2000s–2010s

• She sang mostly with Udit Narayan and Sonu Nigam.
• Some of her final hit songs include:
  • “Kaise Piya Se” (Bewafa, 2005)
  • “Shayad Yehi To Pyaar Hai” (Lucky: No Time for Love, 2005)
  • “Lukka Chuppi” (Rang De Basanti, 2006) with A. R. Rahman
  • “Ek Tu Hi Bharosa” (Pukar, 2000)
  • Songs from Veer-Zaara (2004) with Jagjit Singh, Gurdas Maan, Roop Kumar Rathod, Udit Narayan, and Sonu Nigam
  • One of her last songs, “Jeena Hai Kya,” was recorded for Dunno Y2 (2015).

Non-singing career

Lata Mangeshkar was a legendary singer, music composer, and film producer.

Music Direction

• She first composed music in 1955 for the Marathi film Ram Ram Pavhane.  
• In the 1960s, she used the name Anand Ghan to compose music for Marathi films.
• Some of the movies she composed music for include:
  • Maratha Tituka Melvava (1963)
  • Mohityanchi Manjula (1963)
  • Sadhi Manase (1965). – Won the Maharashtra State Award for Best Music Director
  • Tambadi Mati (1969)
• Her song “Airaneechya Deva Tula” from Sadhi Manase won the Best Song Award.

Film Production

Lata Mangeshkar also produced four films:

• Vaadal (Marathi, 1953)
• Jhaanjhar (Hindi, 1953) – Co-produced with C. Ramchandra
• Kanchan Ganga (Hindi, 1955)
• Lekin (Hindi, 1990)

Final Days and Tribute

On 8 January 2022, Lata Mangeshkar tested positive for COVID-19 and was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. She was in the ICU and showed some improvement but was put back on the ventilator on 5 February after her health worsened.

She passed away on 6 February 2022 at the age of 92 due to multiple organ failure after 28 days of treatment for pneumonia and COVID-19.

Nation and World Pay Tribute

• India observed two days of national mourning (6-7 February).
• Leaders from India, France, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and Afghanistan expressed their grief.
• The Indian cricket team wore black armbands to honor her during a match against the West Indies.
• A Times Square billboard in New York displayed a tribute to her.

State Funeral in Mumbai

• Her last rites were performed at Shivaji Park, Mumbai, with full state honors.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi, film stars, cricketers, and music legends attended her funeral.

Awards & Recognitions

Lata Mangeshkar received many awards and honors for her incredible contribution to Indian and world music. She was recognized not only in India but also internationally. Below is a list of some of the most important awards she received throughout her career: 

Award Name	Year	How Many Times	Reason
Bharat Ratna	2001	1	India’s highest civilian award
Padma Bhushan	1969	1	Contribution to Indian music
Padma Vibhushan	1999	1	Contribution to Indian music
Zee Cine Lifetime Achievement Award	1999	1	Lifetime contribution to cinema
Dadasaheb Phalke Award	1989	1	Outstanding contribution to Indian cinema
Maharashtra Bhushan Award	1997	1	Highest civilian award of Maharashtra
NTR National Award	1999	1	Contribution to Indian cinema
Legion of Honour (France’s Highest Award)	2007	1	Contribution to music and arts
ANR National Award	2009	1	Excellence in Indian cinema
National Film Awards	Various years	3	Best Female Playback Singer
Bengal Film Journalists’ Association Awards	Various years	15	Best Female Playback Singer
Filmfare Best Female Playback Award	Various years	4	Best Female Playback Singer
Filmfare Lifetime Achievement Award	1993	1	Lifetime contribution to Indian cinema
Filmfare Special Awards	1994, 2004	2	Special recognition for outstanding songs
Lata Mangeshkar Award (Madhya Pradesh)	1984	1	Annual award for excellence in Indian music
Lata Mangeshkar Award (Maharashtra)	1992	1	Annual award for excellence in Indian music
French Legion of Honour	2009	1	France’s highest order for contribution to arts
Greatest Indian Since Independence (Outlook India Poll)	2012	1	Recognized as one of the greatest Indians
BAFTA ‘In Memoriam’ Tribute	2022	1	Honoured posthumously at the British Academy Awards
Rolling Stone’s 200 Greatest Singers	2023	1	Recognized among the world’s greatest singers
Honorary Doctorates	1989, Various years	4	From Sangeet Natak Akademi, York University, and more

Controversies

Guinness World Records once recognized Lata Mangeshkar as the most-recorded singer in history. However, the exact number of songs she recorded has been disputed. Below is a timeline of events related to her Guinness record:

Year	Event
1974	Guinness World Records listed Lata Mangeshkar as the most recorded artist in history, claiming she had sung over 25,000 songs between 1948 and 1974.
1974	Mohammed Rafi contested this record, claiming he had sung around 28,000 songs.
1984	After Rafi’s death, Guinness World Records listed Lata Mangeshkar again but also mentioned Rafi’s claim.
1987	Later editions of the Guinness Book stated that Lata had recorded at least 30,000 songs between 1948 and 1987.
1991	Guinness discontinued the record without explanation.
1991	Some sources disputed the claim of 25,000+ songs, saying she had sung only 5,025 Hindi film songs by 1991.
2011	Guinness revived the record and credited Asha Bhosle as the most recorded artist, stating she had sung over 11,000 songs since 1947.
2016	P. Susheela was recognized as the most-recorded singer, with at least 17,695 songs in six languages.

Net Worth & Salary

Lata Mangeshkar’s net worth was around $42.5 million (INR 368 crore) at the time of her passing. The information about her salary is yet to be updated.

Net Worth in Indian Rupees (Approx.)	₹368 Crore
Car & Bike Collection	Buick, Chrysler, Mercedes
Income Source	Singing

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Lata Mangeshkar Songs Lyrics

• Ae Mere Watan Ke Logon
• Aisa Des Hai Mera
• Woh Kaun Hai
• Dil Lagane Ki Na Do Saza
• Holi Ke Din
• Maya Tumhari Ram
• Aaj Na Chhodenge Bas Humjoli
• Ae Jane Jana
• Ek Baat Meri Hothon Par
• Kahe Beech Bajariya
• Mohabbat Karke Dekho
• O Sham Aayi Rango Mein
• Kaisa Tera Pyar
• Pyar Kahe Mein Sanam
• Jo Bhaje Hari
• Balma Arzi Meri
• Macha Diya Shor
• Shehnai Baje Na Baje
• Jeena Kya Hai Jaana Maine
• Tumse Millkar
• Lets Have A Good Time
• Aayi Piya Milan Ki Bahaar
• Hansa Sake Rula Sake
• Mukhtasar Si Hai Meri Kahaani
• Dupatta Mera Malmal Ka

Interesting Facts About Lata Mangeshkar

1. Before focusing on singing, Lata briefly acted in films to support her family after her father’s death.
2. At just nine years old, she gave her first public performance in 1938 at the Nutan Theatre in Solapur.
3. Lata had a chance to meet with George Harrison of The Beatles during one of his visits to India. 
4. She received honorary doctorates from several universities, including Shivaji University in Kolhapur and York University in Toronto. 
5. Lata was an avid cricket fan and even helped raise funds for the construction of a cricket stadium in Indore. 
6. She established the Master Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital in Pune, named after her father, to serve the community. 
7. To improve her pronunciation of Hindi and Urdu songs, she took lessons in Urdu from a tutor named Shafi. 
8. Early in her career, she faced criticism for allegedly imitating singer Noor Jehan before developing her unique style. 
9. Lata won her first National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer in 1972 for the song “Beeti Na Bitai” from the film “Parichay.” 
10. She was the singing voice for many leading Bollywood actresses across generations, from Madhubala to Kajol. 
11. Google honored her with a special doodle on her 92nd birthday on September 28, 2021. 

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