Music director Vipin Reshammiya, Father of Himesh, Dies at 88

According to reports, the veteran music director was admitted to Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital on Wednesday night due to breathing and age-related issues. A media statement from the family, delivered by close friend Anup Singh, confirmed that Vipin Reshammiya passed away on Wednesday.

Mumbai: Music director and producer Vipin Reshammiya, the father of singer-music composer Himesh Reshammiya, has died at the age of 88.

As per reports, the veteran music director was admitted to Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital on Wednesday night due to breathing and age-related issues.

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In a media statement issued on behalf of the family, close friend Anup Singh said Vipin Reshammiya died on Wednesday.

“It is with profound grief that we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Shri Vipin Reshammiya on 18th September 2024.

“A kind soul with a heart full of love, his presence lit up the lives of all who knew him. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness, wisdom, cherished memories and timeless music,” the statement read.

The last rites will be held today at 11.30 am at the Oshiwara crematorium.

Vipin Reshammiya had composed music for the 1988 film “Insaf Ki Jung”, and had produced films like “The Xpose”, “Teraa Surroor” – both featuring son Himesh Reshammiya.