Thank you for the happiness you brought: Celebrities pay tribute to Zakir Hussain
Famous tabla player Zakir Hussain, 73, passed away in San Francisco. Artists like Zoya Akhtar, Manoj Bajpayee and Hansal Mehta paid tribute. He won three Grammy Awards earlier this year.
famous tabla player 73-year-old Zakir Hussain died on Sunday in San Francisco, where he was being treated for health problems. As soon as the news of his demise was received, condolences poured in. Actors Ranveer Singh, Riteish Deshmukh, filmmakers Zoya Akhtar, Hansal Mehta and singer Anup Jalota, among others, paid tribute to the famous percussionist.
Actor Manoj Bajpayee called it “devastating, a huge loss”. Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar shared a picture of the famous musician and said there will never be “another” Zakir Hussain. “Ustad (White Heart) #willneverbethere #thanksforthemusic #zakirhussain #ustad #nationaltreasure #RIP @zakirhaq9 (sic).”
Expressing his condolences to Zakir Hussain’s family, Farhan Akhtar wrote on Instagram, “One of the greatest artists of our times is no more. Thank you Zakir bhai, the happiness you gave the world through your music and your humanity.” Thank you for that. RIP family. @zakirhq9 #maestro (sic).
Actor Riteish Deshmukh wrote an emotional note for the late tabla player. He said, “The irreparable loss of Zakir Hussain Sahab is a devastating blow to India and the global music community. Sir, your music was a gift, a treasure that will continue to inspire and uplift generations to come. Your legacy will live on.” Your soul surrounded by rhythms and tunes, Condolences to the family and loved ones of the great Zakir Hussain Sahab (sic).
Film director Hansal Mehta wrote on Gave. Goodbye Ustad Zakir Hussain (sic).”
Earlier this year, Zakir Hussain won three awards at the 66th Grammy Awards: Best Global Music Album (The Moment by Shakti), Best Global Music Performance (Pashto), and Best Contemporary Instrumental Album (As We Speak).
