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YESUDAS.K.J. (Kattassery Joseph Yesudas)

Born on January 10, 1940 at Fort Kochi. Father: Augustin Joseph Bhagavathar. Mother: Elikutty Joseph. K.J.Yesudas is one of the greatest musicians that Kerala has ever seen. He indeed is a musical legend. He is the foremost promoter of classical music and play back singer of almost all Indian languages. Government of India conferred Padma Bhushan award to him.. He also won the award for best playback singer of Kerala Government for more than 15 times. Governments of Tamil Nadu, Andhara Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh presented him the award for best singer. Government of Kerala conferred him the honorific title Asthana Gayakan in recognition of his contribution to the music. Annamali University honoured him by conferring Honorary Doctorate.