Kishore Kumar, born as Abhas Kumar Ganguly on August 4, 1929, in Khandwa, India, was a multifaceted personality known for his remarkable contributions to Indian cinema. He was a playback singer, actor, lyricist, composer, director, and producer.
Kishore Kumar’s musical journey began as a chorus singer in Bombay Talkies, and he eventually gained recognition for his distinctive voice. His versatile singing style and ability to adapt to various genres made him a beloved figure in the Indian music industry.
In Bollywood, Kishore Kumar became a playback singing sensation, lending his melodious voice to numerous hit songs. He collaborated with music directors like R.D. Burman, S.D. Burman, and Kalyanji-Anandji, creating iconic tracks that remain timeless classics. His songs ranged from soulful melodies to peppy and energetic numbers, displaying his incredible vocal range
| Name | Kishore Kumar |
|---|---|
| Also Known as | Abhas Kumar Ganguly |
| Date of Birth | 04/08/1929 |
| Date of Death | 13/10/1987 |
| Birth Place | Khandwa |
| Religion | Hindu |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Height | 160 CM |
| Spouse | Leena Chandavarkar |
| Children | Amit Kumar, Sumit Kumar |
| Debut Movies | |
|---|---|
| Language | Movie Name |
| Hindi | Ziddi |
| Awards List | ||||
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| Year | Award | Category | Movie Name | |
| 1970 | Filmfare | Best Playback Singer Male | Aradhana | |
| 1976 | Filmfare | Best Playback Singer Male | Amanush | |
| 1979 | Filmfare | Best Playback Singer Male | Don | |
| 1981 | Filmfare | Best Playback Singer Male | Thodisi Bewafaii | |
| 1983 | Filmfare | Best Playback Singer Male | Namak Halaal | |
| 1984 | Filmfare | Best Playback Singer Male | Agar Tum Na Hote | |
| 1985 | Filmfare | Best Playback Singer Male | Sharaabi | |
| 1971 | Bengal Film Journalists' Association Awards | Best Playback Singer Male | Aradhana | |
| 1972 | Bengal Film Journalists' Association Awards | Best Playback Singer Male | Andaz | |
| 1973 | Bengal Film Journalists' Association Awards | Best Playback Singer Male | Hare Rama Hare Krishna | |
| 1975 | Bengal Film Journalists' Association Awards | Best Playback Singer Male | Kora Kagaz | |
