Chandru Hashmatrai Chainani
Chandru Hashmatrai Chainani was born on 17 September 1938 in Karachi, Sind [Pakistan]. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree and is a permanent resident of Radha Co-operative Housing Society, 186 Cadel Road, Mahim, Mumbai - 400 016.
A distinguished artiste, Chandru Atma has released several cassettes, CDs, and LPs featuring Sindhi Geets, Kalams, Bhajans, and Ghazals. Among his most notable works are Navan Sindhi Raag [New Sindhi Songs, 1985], Sachal Ja Kalam [Songs of Sufi Sachal, 1980], Jai Jhulelal [1990], and Pyar [Love, 1998], all of which have made a significant contribution to Sindhi music and culture.
Key Facts
- Birth Date: 17-9-1938
- Place of Birth: Karachi, Sind (Pakistan)
- Academic Attainments: B. A.
- Permanent Address: Mumbai, India
Significant Literary Achievements / Contributions
Chandru Atma has released several Cassettes, CDs, & LPs of Sindhi Geets, Kalams, Bhajans, and Ghazals. Most significant amongst them are:
- Navan Sindhi Raag [New Sindhi Songs], 1985.
- Sachal Ja Kalam [Songs of Soofi Sachal], 1980.
- Jai Jhulelal, 1990.
- Pyar [Love], 1998.
Recognition By Way Of Awards / Honours
Chandru has received several Awards/ Honours during his 45 years career of singing. A few prestigious awards received by him are given below:
- Golden Voice title, 1976 [At Mumbai, by The Artiste Guild Mumbai].
- Jai Dev Award as The Best Singer of the year, 1988 [By Govt. Of Rajasthan].
- Rajeshwar Award for his outstanding contribution in the field of music, 1990 [by ‘Sur Singer’ Samsad].
- Prestigious Award [At Bangalore by Aeronautical Officer’s Club].
Additional Information
- Chandru has given numerous programmes before the large & appreciative audience all over the world. Also he has given number of programmes on A.I.R. & Doordarshan. He is a recognised play back singer for Hindi, Sindhi & Rajasthani films.
- Recently he has been bestowed with the honour of being appointed as Honarary Professor of Arts & Music by prestigious Jai Hind College, Mumbai. Music is what Chandru breaths and lives for. He worships music with great devotion.
Finale
Brother of Late C.H. Atma, Chandu has established himself as a versatile singer. Following the footsteps of his brother Atma, Chandru's voice has striking resemblance with that of K.L. Saigal. He keeps his audience spell bound with Saigal's songs, that have acquired immortal status.