Episode 32, one of the most awaited episodes of “Superstar Singer” Season 3, aired on June 29, 2024. It was a wonderful tribute to the late legendary Bappi Lahiri, very popular among all as Bappi Da. Thus, the title of the episode, “Bappi Da Special,” focused majorly on the career and genius of the great Disco King of Bollywood. It featured some unforgettable performances by the contestants, the emotional reflections of the judges, and heartwarming moments as tributes to the great legacy left behind by the departed.
Bappi Lahiri changed, without a single doubt, the musical scenario of India as he came with his craft of blending exciting disco beats with soulful tunes during the 1980s era. With loads of flamboyance and a style statement—love for gold—Bappi Da’s musical journey became the anthem for an entire generation with the scorching hits “Yaar Bina Chain Kahan Re,” “I Am a Disco Dancer,” “Tamma Tamma Loge,” and “Jimmy Jimmy Jimmy Aaja.” Working on innumerable films spanning several decades on a variety of genres that have left their mark on the Bollywood music scenario is not all, but he did not stop.
This episode is the epitome of entertainment when it opens with a medley of Bappi Da’s greatest hits by the maverick contestants of the show. Each one of these singers has contributed, to a great degree, his unique flair and did complete justice to the music maestro. It includes “Raat Baaki Baat Baaki”, “Pag Ghunghroo Bandh”, and “Disco Station” in the medley. His high-energy act set the tone for the evening ahead that was lying in store, dedicated to the celebration of the Great Master’s contribution to music.
One of the most scintillating acts of the evening was by Avirbhav, who came up with an electrifying “I Am a Disco Dancer.” In his glittering outfit, he did justice to the signature style of Bappi Da. It was worth listening to as an act and seeing as a visual spectacle. He enthralled the audience and the judges with his dynamic stage presence, powerful vocals, and supreme dancing skills. The fact proved Avirbhav’s tribute was befitting in every manner to the man who had inspired generations of musicians and artists like him.
Squad captains Pawandeep Rajan, Salman Ali, Mohd Danish, and Arunita Kanjilal, along with the main judge, Neha Kakkar, spoke about sharing personal stories with their thoughts on how Bappi Da impacted their musical journeys. Neha Kakkar cried as she narrated how Bappi Da’s music brought both inspiration and impaired joy throughout her career. Other squad captains chipped in to share similar feelings, all focusing on any one song or memory that touched their hearts.
In both episodes, individual performances of Bappi Lahiri’s classics with those special touches and styles unique to them alone were offered by the contestants. To enumerate some of the numbers that drew standing ovations, there were dance numbers on “Jimmy Jimmy,” “Yaar Bina Chain Kahan Re,” or even “Naino Mein Sapna.” The best that the young ones could do to keep Bappi Da’s memory alive was to perform fully and with passion, leaving both the judges and the audience in tears.
Though the episode “Bappi Da Special” was about the music, somewhere it was in a tribute to those unforgettable memories of the man who changed the definition of Bollywood music. Be it the performances sharing of stories, or even emotional reflection throughout the evening, what reflected through Bappi Lahiri’s contributions to the industry is how his music went beyond generations; inspiring, as well as entertaining millions of audiences globally.
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The 32nd Episode of Season 3 of “Superstar Singer” relives the wealthy life and various musical journeys in the career of Bappi Lahiri, which have earned him such legendary status. From Avirbhav’s showstopper performance to hearts being overwhelmed by the tribute to him, the judges and special guests for the evening program turned it out to be unforgettable.
As the journey of these contestants goes ahead on the “Superstar Singer” stage, specialty goaltending it would be to state that the legacy of Bappi Da shall drive their musical journey. That indeed was a special episode-an epitaph to a stalwart of music, a celebration of the timelessness of his work that left Indian music with something always to cherish.
