Iconic radio presenter Ameen Sayani passes away at 91 due to heart attack

The entertainment industry is currently mourning the loss of legendary actor Rituraj Singh who passed away on February 20. Today, on February 21, Ameen Sayani who is an iconic radio presenter died at the age of 91 after suffering a heart attack. His son Rajil Sayani confirmed his death news to Indian Express and said his father suffered a heart attack on Tuesday night. Later, Ameen Sayani was taken to HN Reliance Hospital, Mumbai, where he breathed his last.

His son told the portal, “The doctors at the hospital attended him but couldn’t save him and he was declared dead.” Even netizens mourned his demise and shared heartfelt eulogies on social media. A user tweeted, “Ameen Sayani As he had said, The name will be lost, The face it will change. My voice is the only one.. Identity is, Do remember. Ameen Sayani, the revered voice behind Geetmala and a stalwart of Indian radio, has passed away at 91.” While another one said, “Grew up listening to his voice on the radio. A beautiful voice that remains etched. RIP #AmeenSayani”

Ameen was popularly known for his show Binaca Geetmala which was broadcast in 1952. Later, he worked with Radio Ceylon and Vividh Bharati (AIR).

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