Bappi Lahiri slams reports of ill health

Veteran singer-composer Bappi Lahiri is ‘disheartened’ by the news of his supposed ill health that has been circulated by several media outlets in recent days.

Lahiri, who ruled the Bollywood music charts in the 80s and 90s, has rubbished stories about his ailing health and assured his fans all is fine. In a post on Instagram, Lahiri decided to set the record straight. “Disheartening to learn about certain media outlets putting out false reports about me and my health. With the blessings of my fans and wellwishers, I am doing well! Bappida”

His post drew a response from singer Shaan, who also slammed the media for spreading false news. “It’s really sickening .. #falsereporting .. don’t know what they gain from this .. just creating panic and confusion.”

News of Lahiri’s ill health spread following a report in Indian daily Mid-day, which quoted the veteran star’s son, Bappa Lahiri, as saying that his father has yet to fully recover after contracting Covid-19 in April.

“The virus has slowed him down; he gets tired easily, but there is no cause for alarm. He is on the road to recovery,” the composer’s son Bappa told the Indian daily.