A musical tribute to KJ Yesudas in Delhi

Legendary musician KJ Yesudas turned 80 last week, and a birthday celebration was organised for him in the capital. While he couldn't attend the event, his fans spanning generations attended the

evening

to celebrate his birthday through musical performances.

Pranshu Chatur LalSeveral musicians performed at the event, including his son Vijay Yesudas. Vijay thanked guests for joining him for the evening. He said, "“In November, my father will complete 60 years in cinema. When I look at his work, I wonder if I'll be able to achieve even 10-15% of it in my career. When you have a father who is a legend, you know you can’t follow that path – you can step back, see his work and create your own path, hoping it will lead somewhere."

Vijay Yesudas (right), KJ Yesudas's son, with Leela Omcherry
Sanjana Jon, who organised the musical evening with Shruti Chatur Lal, said, "We organised this musical evening because we wanted to talk about KJ Yesudas's music. More than his music, what impresses people is his humanity, simplicity and his humbleness. We all need to learn that from him. I am really glad that Vijay is following in his father's footsteps."

Tara Gandhi BhattacharyaKamal Sabri, who is known for his contribution to sarangi's makeover, also performed at the event.

Daniel Chuburu, Ambassador of Argentina

Alphons Kannanthanam

Chris Harris, Ambassador of Nigeria

Chris Harris, Ambassador of Nigeria

Shruti Chatur Lal

Shruti Chatur Lal

Sanjana Jon

Sanjana Jon