S. Janaki Mourns the Loss of Her Son Murali Krishna, Leaving the Film World in Deep Grief
A son lost by a mother...
Legendary playback singer S. Janaki faced a heartbreaking personal loss on January 22.
Her son Murali Krishna passed away during the early hours of Thursday.
According to Nakkheeran, he died due to a sudden heart attack.
The news shocked the film industry and saddened countless fans.
Many expressed their condolences through emotional messages and prayers.
S. Janaki is one of India’s most celebrated playback singers.
She gave her voice to thousands of songs in multiple languages.
Her work includes Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi cinema.
She began her singing career in the early 1950s.
Her voice shaped generations of music lovers across South India.
She was born in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh.
Later, she settled in Chennai and built her legendary career there.
That phase marked her most productive and iconic musical period.
She married Ram Prasad and became a mother to Murali Krishna.
Murali Krishna grew up in a musically rich and supportive environment.
His parents encouraged creativity and artistic expression.
This encouragement shaped his love for arts and performance.
He developed a deep passion for Tamil and Telugu cinema.
He also trained in Bharatanatyam and performed with dedication.
Murali married Uma, a dancer from Chennai.
The couple had two daughters together.
Later, they separated and chose different life paths.
Murali ensured his daughters were settled before moving forward.
Before his death, he lived with his mother, S. Janaki.
The bond between mother and son remained strong and comforting.
His passing has left a deep emotional void in her life.
Fans and celebrities have shared heartfelt tributes online.
They prayed for Murali Krishna’s soul to rest in peace.
They also wished strength and healing for S. Janaki.
This loss reminds everyone that grief touches even legends.
Behind every icon lives a human heart that feels deeply.
The music world now stands united in compassion and respect.
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