Its the love of the people that keeps an artiste going, says Lata Mangeshkar on fan adulation

9 Nov 2018

No stranger to adoration and idealization, Asias most accomplished playback singer Lata Mangeshkar has just been honoured by a fan in Argentina named Santiago Lopez who has named a variety of rose after the singer. The singer-extraordinaire is grateful to such admirers who have hero-worshipped her for 70 years. Its the love of the people that keeps an artiste going, asserts Lataji. Nahin toh hum kab ke peeche reh jaate (otherwise Id have been left behind long ago). Naming such a beautiful flower after me shows this gentlemans admiration for my songs. I couldnt ask for more, says Lataji, recalling innumerable instances of lingering fan-worship. People who love my voice have gone to heart breaking lengths to show me their love. There are people who travel from all across India and come to my home hoping to meet me. Sab ishwar ki krupa hai (all Gods blessings), says Lataji. And which is the greatest honour she has ever received? It has to be the Bharat Ratna. That one award defines the love of all Indians for me and my singing. Also Read: I truly believe a working woman must be given the dignity respect and space she deserves Lata Mangeshkar