Girija Devi (1929-2017), died on Tuesday after a cardiac arrest. (File Photo) Girija Devi (1929-2017), died on Tuesday after a cardiac arrest. Girija Devi, while introducing him, asked gently, “Ye Shekhar hain, Beta kya karte ho tum?” Everyone laughed. As the audience let their appreciation show, Girija Devi responded with a smile and a glance. Girija Devi was born to Ramdeo Rai, a zamindar, and grew up in Banaras, singing shaadi ke geet for her doll’s wedding.

Source: Indian Express October 24, 2017 23:14 UTC