Veteran playback singer Hariharan recently honored the late singing legend S. Janaki. Taking to Instagram, he shared a portrait of the late singer and expressed his deep sorrow. Hariharan described S. Janaki as a phenomenal artist with an incredible voice range and emotional depth, having sung over 45,000 songs in 17 languages over 60 years.
S. Janaki, a celebrated playback singer in India, was known for her versatility and emotive voice. With a career spanning more than six decades, she recorded over 20,000 songs in various languages including Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi. Collaborating with renowned composers like M. S. Viswanathan, Ilaiyaraaja, and A. R. Rahman, she left a lasting impact on the music industry.
Recognized with four National Film Awards and numerous state honors, S. Janaki’s influence continues to inspire generations of singers. Her legacy lives on through the timeless melodies she created, ensuring that she remains an evergreen figure in the world of music.
