Usha Mangeshkar

Usha Mangeshkar, born on 15 December 1935 in Mumbai, is a celebrated Indian singer renowned for her versatile contributions to various regional film industries. As the youngest sister of the legendary Lata Mangeshkar and Asha Bhosle, Usha has carved her own niche with her melodious voice, enchanting audiences across multiple languages including Marathi, Hindi, Bengali, and more. Her career, spanning from 1954 to the present, has seen her lend her voice to numerous hit songs and albums, making her an indispensable part of Indian cinema. Notably, she is strongly identified as the voice of Goddess Santoshi Maa, a role that has endeared her to millions. Usha's discography, rich with bhajans and regional pop hits, reflects her deep cultural roots and artistic versatility. In 2025, she received the Filmfare Marathi Lifetime Achievement Award, cementing her legacy as a true icon of Indian music.