1. Ameen Sayani, the beloved former radio announcer, gained widespread fame and popularity throughout the Indian Subcontinent for his iconic show, Binaca Geetmala.
2. He passed away in Mumbai on Tuesday at the age of 91, following a heart attack, as confirmed by his son Rajil Sayani to Indianexpress.com.
3. Renowned for hosting the widely cherished show Binaca Geetmala, Ameen Sayani's impact on the world of radio is immeasurable.
4. The funeral for the iconic radio presenter is scheduled for Thursday, with the family awaiting the arrival of relatives in Mumbai on Wednesday.
5. Ameen Sayani's son, Rajil Sayani, revealed that his father suffered a fatal heart attack on Tuesday night, and despite efforts at HN Reliance Hospital in Mumbai, he couldn't be saved.
6. Ameen Sayani's warm introduction, "Namaskar bhaiyon aur behno, main aapka dost Ameen Sayani bol raha hoon," on Radio Ceylon is still remembered with deep nostalgia.
7. Born in Mumbai on December 21, 1932, Ameen was a radio stalwart, known for Binaca Geetmala, which he hosted for over 42 years, first on Radio Ceylon and later on Vividh Bharati (AIR).
8. His prolific career included the production, compilation, or narration of over 54,000 radio programs and 19,000 spots/jingles since 1951.
9. Ameen Sayani's influence extended beyond radio, as he also played the role of an announcer in various movies like Bhoot Bungla, Teen Devian, Boxer, and Qatl.
10. Social media is flooded with tributes for Ameen Sayani, recognizing his significant contribution to popularizing All India Radio in India. Fans express gratitude, remembering him as a legend and thanking him for the timeless music and memories.