In the vibrant world of Bollywood, where melodies reign supreme, one name echoes with particular resonance: Kumar Sanu. The celebrated playback singer, known for his melodious voice and prolific career, holds a Guinness World Record for recording an astounding 28 songs in a single day in 1993. This feat cemented his place in music history and continues to inspire awe among music enthusiasts.
Kumar Sanu, born Kedarnath Bhattacharya on October 20, 1957, in Kolkata, West Bengal, rose to prominence in the 1990s. His breakthrough came with the soundtrack of the film Aashiqui (1990), where he sang nearly all the male solo songs. This established him as a leading playback singer, earning him his first Filmfare Award for Best Male Playback Singer. He continued his award-winning streak for the next four years, winning for Saajan (1991), Deewana (1992), Baazigar (1993), and 1942: A Love Story (1994).
Beyond his Filmfare accolades, Kumar Sanu's remarkable achievement of recording 28 songs in a single day in 1993 earned him a place in the Guinness World Records. This feat showcases his exceptional vocal stamina, versatility, and dedication to his craft. The singer has recorded songs in multiple languages, including Hindi, Bengali, Nepali, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, Gujarati, Punjabi, Bhojpuri and Odia.
Kumar Sanu's contribution to Indian music has been widely recognized. In 2009, the Government of India honored him with the Padma Shri, one of the country's highest civilian awards. His songs have been featured in the BBC's "Top 40 Bollywood Soundtracks of All Time". He has also appeared as a mentor and judge on television music reality shows.
While Kumar Sanu holds the record for recording 28 songs in a single day in Hindi, it's worth noting that S.P. Balasubrahmanyam, another legendary Indian playback singer, also achieved a similar feat. Some sources claim Balasubrahmanyam also recorded 28 songs in a day in Kannada on February 8, 1981, along with 19 songs in Tamil and 16 in Hindi.
Kumar Sanu's Guinness World Record remains a testament to his extraordinary talent and enduring legacy. His melodious voice continues to captivate audiences, and his contribution to Bollywood music remains unparalleled.
