When Raaj Kumar asked Bappi Lahiri, 'Where's your mangalsutra?'

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Read full story: Saira Banu: Raaj Kumar asked Bappi Lahiri, "Where's your mangalsutra?" - Exclusive! 'Disco King' Bappi Lahiri was laid to rest on February 17 at Vile Parle crematorium. Since the news of Bappi Da's demise broke, many celebrities shared their fond memories with the Gold-man. We at ETimes also bring you an anecdote of Bappi da and another Bollywood legend Raaj Kumar. Bappi da, whose love for gold is known, once bumped into Raaj Kumar on a flight to Delhi. Raaj Kumar walked up to Bappi Lahiri and sat beside him. During the journey, Raaj Kumar, who was known for his talkative nature, asked Bappi da about his extreme fondness for gold as Bappi da was wearing a lot of gold. He also explained the reason why he loved wearing gold and Raaj Kumar listened intently. However, Raaj Kumar suddenly turned around and asked Bappi da, "While I understand all this, where's your mangalsutra?". The joyous Bappi da knew Raaj Kumar's sense of humour well and he burst out laughing. Then after a few days, Bappi da visited Dilip Kumar and Saira Banu and narrated the episode. When Saira Banu was contacted, the veteran actress confirmed the incident to ETimes and said, "Those were the days of a golden era. Bappi da was such a jovial man. We have lost a gem." Talking about Bappi Da, the legend left for his heavenly abode on February 15 at the age of 69 in a Mumbai hospital. After the arrival of his son Bappa and his family from Los Angeles, Bappi Da's mortal remains were taken from his residence to Vile Parle cremation ground where friends and family members bid final goodbye to the Gold-man. He was then laid to rest according to Hindu traditions. The legendary singer died due to multiple health complications and OSA (obstructive sleep apnea). Talking about how Bappi Da's final moments, his son-in-law Gobind Bansal shared, "He had been admitted in the hospital for three weeks but was discharged and was back home. He also had his dinner last night at around 8:30-9 pm. But within half an hour of having his dinner, he got a heart attack. His pulse rate had gotten low. He was rushed to the hospital and the doctors declared at 11:44 that he is no more."

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