Famous Personalities 03 September 2026
Gujarati Music Maestro Gaurang Vyas Passes Away at 87
Why in the News?
Legendary Gujarati music composer, arranger, and singer Gaurang Vyas passed away in Ahmedabad at the age of 87. Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid rich tributes to him, recalling his immense contribution to Gujarati music and cinema.
Key Features / Major Points:
Musical Legacy: Son of legendary Gujarati composer Avinash Vyas, he carried forward his family's rich musical tradition across a career spanning several decades.
Key Works: Composed music for over 100 films, including Ketan Mehta’s acclaimed Bhavni Bhavai, Maniyaro, Liludi Dharati, and iconic compositions like "Maniyaro Te Halu Halu Thai Re Viyo".
Awards & Honours: Won around 11 state-level Best Music Direction awards and was conferred with the Lifetime Achievement Award by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel in 2022.
Static GK Facts:
Gaurang Vyas: Prominent Gujarati music director | Debuted as an independent music director with Lakho Phulani.
Bhavni Bhavai: A landmark 1980 Gujarati film directed by Ketan Mehta, based on the traditional folk theatre art form of Gujarat.
Bhavai: A popular traditional folk theatre/dance form native to the state of Gujarat.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: Gaurang Vyas, who passed away recently, was a legendary music composer of which regional film industry?
A: Gujarati Film Industry
Q: Who composed the music for the critically acclaimed 1980 Gujarati film 'Bhavni Bhavai'?
A: Gaurang Vyas
Q: 'Bhavai' is a traditional folk theatre art form originating from which Indian state?
A: Gujarat