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When it comes to Bollywood music of the 1990s, it is difficult to leave out Kumar Sanu. With his melodious voice, he gave his voice to numerous superhit songs during that era. His songs continue to remain popular among music lovers. Kumar Sanu is also credited with the record of singing 28 songs in a single day.
Kumar Sanu’s real name is Sanu Bhattacharya. Ghazal singer Jagjit Singh is credited with introducing him to Bollywood. He soon established himself in the Hindi film music industry and became a preferred choice for several leading music directors.
During his career, Kumar Sanu has reportedly sung around 18,000 songs in several languages. In 1993, he is said to have recorded 28 songs in a single day. According to reports, he had to leave for a musical tour and wanted to complete his recording commitments before departing. He therefore recorded 28 songs in one day.
### Several Memorable Songs Released in 1993
Many of Kumar Sanu’s songs from 1993 became extremely popular. These included “Baazigar O Baazigar,” “Ye Kaali Kaali Aankhen,” “Tere Chehre Pe,” “Tere Dar Par Sanam,” “Baadalon Mein Chhup Raha Chand” and “Aane Wala Kal Ek Sapna Hai.”
Kumar Sanu also achieved a major distinction by winning the Filmfare Award five consecutive times. He became one of the leading singers to accomplish this feat. He was reportedly in contention for the award for a sixth consecutive time but declined to accept it, saying that the honour should now go to new artists.
### He Sang Several Hit Songs for Rishi Kapoor
Kumar Sanu lent his voice to several popular songs picturised on Rishi Kapoor. His voice was considered particularly well suited to the actor. Some of the songs he sang for Rishi Kapoor include “Jab Se Tumko Dekha Hai Sanam,” “Sochenge Tumhe Pyaar,” “Teri Umeed Tera Intezaar” and “Gawah Hai Chand Taare Gawah Hai.”
Kumar Sanu believed that Rishi Kapoor performed his songs exceptionally well on screen. This was one of the reasons why many of the songs he sang for the actor became extremely popular with audiences.
