Haryanvi Singer Raju Punjabi Passes Away at 40, 6 Facts About the “King of Tunes”

Updated: Tuesday, August 22, 2023, 14:44 [IST]

Renowned Haryanvi vocalist Raju Punjabi, aged 40, breathed his last during the early hours of Tuesday. The confirmation of his passing came through an official Instagram post on his account. The shared Instagram Story conveyed that his final rituals are scheduled for 3 PM on Tuesday. Here's a brief overview of key aspects of the acclaimed singer.

Haryanvi Singer Raju Punjabi Passes Away at 40, 6 Facts About the “King of Tunes”

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According to reports, the 40-year-old singer had been under the care of a private hospital for an extended period. Initially, he was hospitalized due to jaundice, but his health showed signs of improvement during treatment, leading to his discharge. However, his condition took a turn for the worse in the following days, and he was admitted again.

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Raju hailed from Azadnagar in Hisar. He is survived by his wife Mamta and three daughters.

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Raju Punjabi was renowned for his tracks such as Solid Body, Desi Desi, Aacha Lage Se, Tu Cheez Lajawab, Bhang Mere Yaara Ne, and Last Peg, along with many other notable songs.

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Raju Punjabi was affectionately referred to as the “King of Tunes” by his admirers.

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Amidst his chart-topping songs, he collaborated on numerous occasions with singer Sapna Chowdhary, leaving an indelible mark on audiences.

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Before his hospitalization, Raju released his most recent track titled 'Aapse Milke Yaara Humko Achha Laga Tha' on August 12. The song, which took nearly two years to finalize, marked his latest musical offering.

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The song 'Desi-Desi Na Bolyakar' propelled Raju to become a widely recognized music sensation in Northern India.