Singer-composer Wajid Khan, part of music director duo Sajid-Wajid, gave many hit songs to the Indian film industry. He and his brother Sajid Khan composed music for several films such as "Wanted", "Dabangg" and "Ek Tha Tiger".
Son of Ustad Sharafat Ali Khan, Sajid–Wajid started their career in 1998 with Salman Khan-starrer Pyaar Kiya Toh Darna Kya and went on to compose music for many films of the superstar, such as Garv, Tere Naam, Tumko Na Bhool Payenge, Partner, Chori Chori, Hello Brother, Wanted, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi and the Dabangg franchise. He recently co-composed the actor’s single, Bhai Bhai, as well. Wajid Khan also did playback singing for Salman Khan and Akshay Kumar. “Mera He Jalwa”, “Fevicol Se” and “Chinta Tha Chita Chita” are some of his famous tracks. The composer duo also scored IPL 4 theme song, 'Dhoom Dhoom Dhoom Dhadaka'.Wajid along with his brother Sajid also appeared on reality shows 'Sa Re Ga Ma Pa 2012' and 'Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Singing Superstar'.
Illness and Death
Suffering from multiple health issues he was on the ventilator. Though his health deteriorated and got critical. He breathed his last on 31st May. Many of his colleagues and fans took to the micro-blogging site to pay tribute to the departed soul.
Priyanka Chopra: Terrible news. The one thing I will always remember is Wajid bhai's laugh. Always smiling. Gone too soon. My condolences to his family and everyone grieving. Rest in peace my friend. You are in my thoughts and prayers.@wajidkhan7
Varun Dhawan: shocked hearing this news @wajidkhan7 bhai was extremely close to me and my family. He was one of the most positive people to be around. We will miss u Wajid bhai thank u for the music
Parineeti Chopra: Wajid Bhai you were the nicest, nicest nicest man! Always smiling. Always singing. All heart. Every music session with him was memorable. You will truly be missed wajid bhai. 🧡🧡 #WajidKhan
Shankar Mahadevan: Am just not able to come to terms with this ! Shocking ! Good bye dear brother.. love you .. till we meet on the other side ! Prayers for your peaceful journey Wajidbhai 🙏
Sajid Khan and Family
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