Watch: ‘Nightingale of South India’ S. Janaki passes away at 88
Legendary playback singer S. Janaki has passed away at the age of 88 in Mysuru after battling age-related ailments. Fondly known as the “Nightingale of South India”, Janaki recorded over 20,000 songs across Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi during a remarkable career spanning more than six decades.
· 7/11/2026, 4:07:49 PM· 2 min read
Legendary playback singer S. Janaki has passed away at the age of 88 in Mysuru after battling age-related ailments. Fondly known as the “Nightingale of South India”, Janaki recorded over 20,000 songs across Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada and Hindi during a remarkable career spanning more than six decades.
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