R.I.P Kaliyan Da Badshah - Kuldeep Manak Ji

R.I.P Kaliyan Da Badshah - Kuldeep Manak Ji



The Bhangra Music Industry has just faced another tragic loss!

Legendary Punjabi singer, Ustad Kuldeep Manak has sadly passed away today. He had been suffering from kidney problems for some time, but was admitted to hospital in Ludhiana in the Punjab last week and was diagnosed with pneumonia.

On 15th November, the singer managed to celebrate his 62nd birthday, and now two weeks later, his fans are mourning the loss of an iconic singer.

He launched his musical career back in 1968 at the tender at of 17 years. His first duet with famous female singer, Seema practically made him a star overnight. Thereafter, he gave us many hit singles and albums to listen back to over and over again. He reached the peak of his career during the mid 80’s and went down in musical history.

However, his journey didn’t stop there, as before his death he collaborated with another well known Punjabi singer, Jazzy B on his upcoming album Maharajas.

Many Asian artists have paid their respects via twitter today, and here are some of their messages:

H Dhami – ‘RIP Ustad Kuldip Manak Ji - A legend who's voice touched millions of hearts & an icon that will never be forgotton - can't believe it... Love x’

Jazzy B - R.I.P ustad kuldeep manak ji . True maharaja of folk music is gone, but will b with us long as we live by his music. Waheguru ji waheguru ji

Panjabi MC – ‘R.I.P. KULDIP MANAK - OUR GURU’

MC Special – ‘Just hearing the shocking news R.I.P The King of Punjabi Folk - Ustaad Kuldeep Manak Saab Ji passes away. He will never be forgot.’

Panjabi By Nature – ‘Shocked to hear the news about our legendary Panjabi folk singer Kuldip Manak Ji. We have lost a true legend. No words are enough. RIP.’


Bikram Singh – ‘RIP Kuldip Manak. His music will continue to inspire many in years to come. Lets celebrate his life and appreciate what he has given us!’

Tigerstyle - Biggest inspiration in Punjabi folk music has sadly left us. RIP Kuldip Manak ji, Kaliyan de Badshah!

RIP such a sad today .. when i learned of his passing away.. MAY baba ji grand a good afterlife… He will always be played in my car.. my computer, my phone… … See you up there …