By Swati Gupta and Rhea Mogul, CNN
CNN — Indian singer and composer, Bappi Lahiri, who lent his expertise to Indian cinema for practically 50 years, died late Tuesday in Mumbai, based on a press release from his physician. He was 69.
"Bappi Lahiri was affected by obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and recurrent chest an infection," Dr. Deepak Namjoshi from Criticare Hospital within the suburb of Juhu confirmed in a press release to CNN Wednesday.
OSA happens when the muscular tissues that help the smooth tissues within the throat, just like the tongue, quickly calm down, narrowing or closing your airway.
He had been hospitalized for 29 days earlier than being discharged on February 15, based on Namjoshi.
"Nevertheless after a day at residence his well being once more deteriorated and he was introduced again to Criticare hospital Juhu in a essential state and succumbed to his sickness at about 11.45 p.m.," Namjoshi stated.
Lahiri, who was fondly known as "India's Disco King," was recognized for his love of Seventies-inspired dance beats. His signature hits, together with the 1982 smash "Disco Dancer" from the Bollywood film of the identical identify, helped to infuse Indian cinema with a vigorous, extra up to date sound.
India mourned his loss of life Wednesday, with politicians and celebrities expressing their condolences on social media.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated his "music was all encompassing, fantastically expressing numerous feelings."
"Folks throughout generations may relate to his works. His vigorous nature shall be missed by everybody," Modi wrote on Twitter Wednesday. "Saddened by his demise. Condolences to his household and admirers. Om Shanti."
Filmmaker Subhash Ghai stated Lahiri "created a distinction" along with his music. "A noble proficient grasp isn't any extra however his music is with us," he wrote on Twitter Wednesday.
Actor Akshay Kumar stated Lahiri's voice "was the explanation for thousands and thousands to bounce, together with me."
"Thanks for all of the happiness you introduced by way of your music," he wrote on Twitter.
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