Entertainment News Desk – Today is the 98th birth anniversary of famous Indian singer Bhupen Hazarika. Apart from being a singer, Bhupen Hazarika was also a musician, poet, lyricist and filmmaker. Not only this, Bhupen Hazarika was also interested in politics. Let us tell you that during the year 1967-72, Bhupen was an MLA of Assam Legislative Assembly. He was famous in the industry by the name of Sudhakant. Today on his birth anniversary, we will tell you many things about him.
Birth and education of Bhupen Hazarika
Bhupen Hazarika was born on 8 September 1926 in Assam. Let us tell you that Bhupen recorded his first song at the age of just 10 years. Talking about his education, he completed his 12th from Arts in the year 1942. Then he completed his MA from Banaras Hindu University in the year 1946. After this, he came to Columbia University in New York for 5 years to study doctorate in Mass Communication.
Early Career of Bhupen Hazarika
Bhupen Hazarika started singing at All India Radio, Guwahati after completing his education. He was known for his versatility, such as Bhupen used to translate Bengali songs into English. He wrote many stories based on his real life.
Songs of Bhupen Hazarika
Talking about Bhupen Da’s famous Bengali songs, this list includes Dil Hum Hum Kare, Asom Amar Rupahi, Amara Korbo Joy and Manush Manush Jany.
Bhupen Hazarika’s Awards
Bhupen Hazarika was honoured with many prestigious awards including Sangeet Natak Akademi Award, Dadasaheb Phalke Award, Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan for his significant contribution to music. In the year 2019, he was also honoured with the country’s highest civilian award Bharat Ratna.
