Categories: Obituaries

Noted Odia singer and musician Prafulla Kar passes away

Popular Odia singer and music director Prafulla Kar has passed away following age-related ailments. Kar was an eminent musician, singer, lyricist, writer and columnist. He received the prestigious Padma Shri award in 2015.

Buy Prime Test Series for all Banking, SSC, Insurance & other exams

He started his career as a singer in 1962 with the Odia film Shri Shri Patita Pabana. In 1975, he became a music composer in the film Mamata which turned out to be an instant hit. Some of the movies which would forever carry the legacy of his melodious music are Batighara, Shesha Shrabana, Sindura Bindu, Bandhu Mahanti, Balidaan and Ram Balaram.

Find More Obituaries News

Sumit Arora

As a team lead and current affairs writer at Adda247, my role involves researching and creating informative and engaging content aimed at helping candidates prepare for national and state-level competitive government exams. I specialize in delivering insightful articles that keep aspirants updated on the latest current affairs trends and developments. My primary focus is on educational excellence, ensuring that our readers are well-prepared and informed to face their exams with confidence. Through meticulously crafted content, I aim to guide and support candidates in their journey toward success.

Recent Posts

Justice Madan Lokur Appointed Chairperson of UN Internal Justice Council

Former Supreme Court Judge of India, Justice Madan B Lokur, has been appointed as the…

12 mins ago

Which District of Gujarat is Known as the Brass City?

Gujarat, located in western India, is famous for its rich cultural heritage, historical landmarks and…

22 mins ago

ISRO, ESA Join Hands for Human Spaceflight Advancements

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the European Space Agency (ESA) have signed a…

29 mins ago

Trump Appoints Sriram Krishnan as Senior AI Policy Advisor

US President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Indian-American entrepreneur, venture capitalist, and author Sriram Krishnan as…

58 mins ago

India to Host ISSF Junior World Cup 2025

India has been announced as the host of the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) Junior…

1 hour ago

Which District of Maharashtra is Known as California of India?

Maharashtra, located in western India, is the second most populous state in the country and…

1 hour ago