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Nov 1, 2013 · Manna Dey was born Prabodh Chandra Dey in Calcutta on May 1, 1919, the third son of Purna and Mahamaya Chandra. His father was an accountant. Influenced by his uncle Krishna Chandra Dey, a ...
Manna Dey, the Classical Pop Singer of Indian Cinema, who could have been a great classical singer in his own right, was born in Kolkata, Bengal. He received his initial training under his legendary uncle Krishna Dey. Later he migrated to Mumbai to gain foothold in Hindi cinema.
Prabodh Chandra Dey, known by his stage name Manna Dey, was a renowned Indian playback singer, music director, and musician. He had a classical music background, being part of the Bhendibazaar Gharana and receiving training under Ustad Aman Ali Khan. Manna Dey is widely recognized as one of the most versatile and celebrated vocalists in the Hindi film industry, and is often acknowledged for ...
Manna Dey's career as a playback singer started with the movie Tamanna in the year 1943. His uncle, Krishna Chandra Dey composed the musical score and he paired up with the well-known Suraiya to sing this wonderful duet. The entire nation loved this song and Manna Dey became a household name.
Manna Dey interview at 90 in Anandabazar Patrika; Manna Dey's interview by Chandan Mitra; Manna Dey's interview by Shekhar Gupta "Ai Mere Pyare Watan" ওয়েব্যাক মেশিনে আর্কাইভকৃত ২০১৩-১২-০৩ তারিখে Little India article