The Hindu·3 min read·medium
The voice of the south
K
K.C. Vijaya Kumar
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This tribute reflects on the life and legacy of S. Janaki, highlighting her unique ability to connect with listeners across diverse South Indian languages. The piece emphasizes her humble demeanor and her status as an undisputed queen of acoustic cinema music.
A voice steeped in melody, and one that is burnt into the collective memory of millions, fell silent on Saturday. S. Janaki, always referred to as Janaki Amma, a suffix born out of respect and bequeathed to her spontaneously over the years, breathed her last at Mysuru.
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