The death of the legendary playback singer S. Janaki at the age of 88 left the Indian film industry and music lovers mourn. His granddaughter Apsara Vydyula shared the news of his passing through her social media handle. Shortly after the announcement, tribes began pouring in from across the entertainment industry.
Mammootty and: Mohanlal give them respect
Mammootty offered his condolences in a short but touching message on Facebook. The actor wrote, “Rest in peace.”Mohanlal shared a detailed tribute in which he discussed S. Janaki’s incredible musical journey. Her post, translated into English, read, “India’s Nightingale, Janakiiamma, has left us. She was an ocean of love who gifted countless unforgettable songs across Malayalam, Hindi, and many other languages ​​and enriched an entire era of Indian music.” The ‘Drishyam’ star added, “A truly blessed singer, she filled the hearts of Malayalis with timeless melodies that continue to reverberate through generations. I will always remain indebted to Janakiiamma as she was the voice behind the songs in my debut film ‘Manjil Virinja Pookkal’. Through her sweet and soulful voice she gave life to every human emotion, and all to my delight, even in my joy, in the midst of my sorrow. fortunate to have been a part of the many memorable song sequences he lent his voice to.” “She was a kind-hearted and gentle soul who treated everyone with equal warmth and respect. On a personal level, I shared a close bond with Janakiiamma. I pray for eternal peace for her soul,” Mohanlal concluded.
A voice that has been a part of Mohanlal’s cinematic journey
Mohanlal’s association with S. Janaki started with his acting debut in ‘Manjil Virinja Pookkal’ (1980). Among the most loved tracks from the 1980 release are “Mizhiyoram” and “Manjani Kombil”. Other collaborations include songs in the films ‘Ninnishtam Ennishtam’ and ‘Kattathe Kilikkoodu’.