Whenever you
listen to the radio, the presenters kick in nostalgia by taking you back to the 1990s. One of the most iconic presenters the Indian radio has ever seen was Ameen Sayani. He was the popular voice behind the show Binaca Geetmala. On Tuesday, Ameen passed away after suffering a heart attack.
Ameen Sayani died in Mumbai on Tuesday after he suffered a severe heart attack. His son Rajil Sayani confirmed the sad news of his father's death to Indian Express. The iconic radio presenter hosted the popular show Binaca Geetmala.
His funeral will take place on Thursday in Mumbai, as the family is awaiting some close relatives to reach the city.
Ameen Sayani dies at 91
The
radio presenter's son, Rajil Sayani, confirmed the news and said his father suffered a heart attack on Tuesday night. He was rushed to HN Reliance Hospital, where he breathed his last.
'The doctors at the hospital attended him but couldn't save him, and he was declared dead,' he said to the portal.
Fans and listeners mourn his death and express their condolences on social media. One user shared his photo and wrote how Ameen was the great voice of radio back in the 1950s.
Ameen Sayani's radio career
'Namaskar bhaiyon aur behno, main aapka dost Ameen Sayani bol raha hoon (Hello, sister and brothers, this is your friend Ameen Sayani)' was his iconic introduction on Radio Ceylon that still gives us a nostalgic ride.
Ameen was born on December 21, 1932, in Mumbai. He was known for his show Binaca Geetmala, which was broadcast since 1952, mainly over Radio Ceylon and later on Vividh Bharati (AIR). The show aired for over 42 years.
Ameen Sayani has produced, complied, and spoken for over 54,000 radio programs and over 19,000 spots or jingles since 1951. He was also seen in many
Bollywood movies in a special appearance.
Sayani appeared in movies like Bhoot Bungla, Teen Devian, Boxer, and Qatl, where he played the role of a radio announcer.
Fans mourn Ameen Sayani's death
Tributes have been pouring in from all across the country on social media. Fans have been expressing condolences and sharing their fond memories of listening to his show.
A tweet read, "Binaca Geetmala would always remain eternal. Thank you for the music and memories. RIP, Ameen Sayani Saab." Another user wrote, "I have very fond memories of Binaca Geetmala during my childhood... Ameen Sayani was a legend at that time. Rest in peace, sir."
Radio City extends its heartfelt condolences to the Sayani family. Rest in peace, legend.
