Bappi Lahiri No More: Why 'Disco King' was fond of wearing Gold?

Bappi Lahiri's death is the second tragic news from the music industry in a span of less than 10 days after the passing of legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar. 

Legendary singer & music director Bappi Lahiri on late Tuesday night passed away at the age of 69 and sent the entire nation into shock. Bappi Lahiri's death is the second tragic news from the music industry in a span of less than 10 days after the passing of legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar. As per the report, Bappi Lahiri breathed his last in the Criticare Hospital where he was admitted for certain post-Covid issues.

  

What happened to Bappi Lahiri?

'The disco king of Bollywood' Bappi Lahiri on late Tuesday night breathed his last at the Criticare Hospital where he was admitted for certain post-Covid issues. However, fans who are still wondering what happened to Bappi Lahiri can find out in the article further. As per reports, the doctors of the hospital informed that the singer was admitted to the hospital about a month ago. He was discharged on Monday, February 14. However, his health deteriorated due to multiple health issues and was brought back to the hospital. Finally, Bappi Lahiri died due to OSA (obstructive sleep apnea) shortly before midnight.

 

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Why did Bappi Lahiri use to wear gold?

Bappi Lahiri was a renowned music director and singer. His music used to be a chartbuster, especially in early 90s. Bappi Lahiri is also known for bringing the disco music culture to India. Fans who followed the Disco King of Bollywood used to wonder why Bappi Lahiri used to wear too much gold? Now, finally, it has been revealed why Bappi Lahiri used to wear gold? 

In one of his interviews, Bappi Lahiri had revealed the reason behind wearing gold all over his body parts. Bappi Lahiri had stated that he was a big fan of American rock star Elvis Presley. Elvis used to wear a gold chain during his performance. 

 

Elvis Presley's attire inspired 'the disco king of Bollywood' and he decided that when he will become successful, he will create a different image of himself. After achieving success, Bappi Lahiri wore gold, due to which he came to be called the Gold Man of India. Furthermore, Bappi Lahiri also considered wearing gold gave him more fortune.

Source: Bollywood News @ TrueScoop