Inside Bappi Lahiri's 1,050 sq ft Mumbai home: Gold chair, 1000 Ganesh idols, Kishore Kumar's last photo

Music director and singer Bappi Lahiri is no longer with us. But walk into his Mumbai home, and you will see his presence is still there. It stays in every corner with the music, memories, and strong personality that made him special. He bought the 1,050 sq ft house in 1983 for Rs 19.32 lakh. Today, it is much more than just land or a building. It is a personal collection of the man who changed Indian music for a whole era.Lately, his grandson gave a rare peek into this legendary home on Instagram, uncovering stories far deeper than fans witnessed on stage. Outside, the house looks peaceful and simple, white-painted with a classic verandah. Step inside, though, and a lively sitting room greets you, instantly revealing its famous resident. Walls packed with awards, records, and photos map Lahiri’s path from a three-year-old prodigy earning his first medal to the disco king. The room radiates a deliberate coziness. Wooden-framed glass windows, gentle lighting, and comfy blue sofas add a retro allure. In one spot sits his photo, where guests stop to honor him like a silent tradition.His grandson recalls that meals were far more than just eating. Lahiri, simple at heart despite his showy public image, ate lightly but gave generously. He'd divide his plate with family, offering bites like sacred prasad. The house's core, however, pulses from a soundproof nook, his private creative den. Iconic songs like ‘Disco Dancer’ and ‘Tamma Tamma’ were born. Two chairs within, once occupied by greats like Kishore Kumar, lend a hushed historical aura. Then there is the "hall of fame," as the family calls it. It feels like a time capsule, not just a collection. Old music instruments, some over 100 years old, sit with awards, fan art, and rare items. One sad but special thing is a photo Lahiri took of Kishore Kumar one day before he died. It is one of the last pictures of the singer. The house shows Lahiri's love for God. He prayed to Lord Ganesha a lot. He went to Siddhivinayak Temple before every big project. At home, over 1,000 Ganesha idols are placed in rooms. It mixes music and faith. A gold velvet chair where he sat, practiced, and taught others. A gold-plated microphone from Disco Dancer time. Even after his death, family keeps his footprints on the chair, as per Bengali tradition.The tour ends at the verandah, where Lahiri liked to relax. It was his favorite place for evening tea, easy music sessions, and festivals like Ganapati and Saraswati pujas.