Gaurang Vyas Dies at 87: PM Modi Mourns Loss of Gujarati Music Veteran Who Composed For 100+ Films
The composer’s career spanned more than 100 films and several devotional and folk albums, while leading playback singers recorded his work.
- Veteran Gujarati music composer Gaurang Vyas died in Ahmedabad on Wednesday night at age 87. Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute, saying Vyas had created a "unique place" for himself in the industry.
- Carrying forward the rich musical tradition of his father, renowned composer Avinash Vyas, the late musician began his career as an assistant on 'Jesal Toral' before becoming an independent director with 'Lakho Phulani'.
- Over his extensive career, Vyas composed music for more than 100 films and received around 11 state-level Best Music Direction awards. His work featured India's leading playback singers, including Lata Mangeshkar and Asha Bhosle.
- In 2022, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel honored the musician with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Beyond cinema, Vyas released numerous devotional and folk albums, including 'Ganga Satina Bhajano'.
- The Gujarati music fraternity continues to mourn the loss of a talent whose work spanned decades. Local artists and producers have expressed grief, offering prayers for the musician's family and his "vast legion of fans.
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Gujarati music maestro Gaurang Vyas passes away; PM Modi pays tribute to legendary composer - The Tribune
Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to legendary Gujarati music composer, arranger and singer Gaurang Vyas, who passed away in Ahmedabad at the age of 87.
Gaurang Vyas dies at 86, PM Modi remembers his contribution to Gujarati music
Veteran Gujarati musician Gaurang Vyas, son of renowned composer Avinash Vyas, died in Ahmedabad late on Wednesday night. Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel expressed their condolences, remembering his contribution to Gujarati music.
Gujarati Music Maestro Gaurang Vyas Passes Away; PM Modi Pays Tribute to Legendary Composer
Get latest articles and stories on Entertainment at LatestLY. Vyas was one of the prominent names in Gujarati film, folk and light music. He was the son of renowned Gujarati music composer Avinash Vyas and carried forward his family’s musical legacy through a career spanning several decades. Entertainment News | Gujarati Music Maestro Gaurang Vyas Passes Away; PM Modi Pays Tribute to Legendary Composer.
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