Who Was Zubeen Garg? Assamese Music Sensation Passes Away After Scuba Diving Accident

The music world mourns the sudden loss of legendary Assamese singer Zubeen Garg. The beloved artist tragically passed away following a paragliding accident in Singapore, where he was attending the Northeast Festival. His untimely death has left fans and music lovers devastated across India and beyond.

Tragic Accident in Singapore

Zubeen Garg was scheduled to perform at the Northeast Festival in Singapore when tragedy struck. While paragliding, he reportedly fell into the sea and lost consciousness. Emergency services quickly rescued him and rushed him to a local hospital, where doctors fought hard to save his life. Despite their efforts, Zubeen could not be revived, leaving the entire music fraternity in shock.

A Versatile Musical Icon

Born Zubeen Borthakur on November 18, 1972, Zubeen Garg was much more than a singer. He was a composer, lyricist, music producer, actor, and an expert instrumentalist who could play 12 instruments including guitar, harmonium, tabla, and dhol. His music career began at just 19 years old with the album Anamika in 1992. Over the years, he released many hit albums and worked in Bollywood films such as Fiza, Kaante, and Chandni Raat.

Legacy and Family

Zubeen Garg recorded over 32,000 songs in almost 40 Indian languages, making him one of the most prolific artists in India. Coming from a family rooted in the arts, his father was a poet and lyricist, and his mother a dancer and singer-Zubeen carried forward the legacy with great pride. The family has faced tragedy before, losing his sister Jonkey Borthakur in a car accident in 2002. Now, with Zubeen's passing, the world has lost a true musical legend whose songs touched millions.

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