Kaptaan: Lata Ji was the epitome of perfection – Times of India

On Sunday, the legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar left the mortal world for a heavenly abode at the age of 92. She was without a doubt one of the most celebrated musical artists of India, who sung in around 36 languages and every genre. Be it a peppy song, a love ballad, or a sad melody, her vocals were a perfect match for every kind of song. Perhaps that is why remembering her, Punjabi lyricist duo Kaptaan said Lata Ji was an institution in herself.

“Lata Mangeshkar, you know it is not just a name right. She was an institution of music in herself. They say perfection is a myth, but Lata ji was the epitome of perfection. She was indeed the real and only queen of melodies,” said Kaptaan while talking to ETimes exclusively.

“Her voice was so comforting, we remember listening to ‘Ek Pyar Ka Nagma Hai’ on repeat. Even before we could understand the depth of the song, we understood the magic of her voice,” they added reminiscing Lata Ji.

“As saddening as it is that today she isn’t among us, at the same time, we all know she is at a better place. May she rest in peace,” concluded Kaptaan.

Bharat Ratan Lata Mangeshkar’s last rites were held in Mumbai on Sunday evening. Paying respect to the late artist, the Government of India announced two days of State mourning.