About this stamp
“Panchamda” – The Revolutionary Composer of Indian Cinema
Birth and Early Life
- Full Name: Rahul Dev Burman
- Born: June 27, 1939
- Birth Place: Kolkata, India
Popularly known as “Panchamda”, R.D. Burman was the son of legendary composer Sachin Dev Burman. He grew up surrounded by music, eventually emerging as one of the most path-breaking music directors of Indian cinema.
Demise
- Died: January 4, 1994
- Place of Death: Bombay (now Mumbai), Maharashtra, India
Career Highlights
R.D. Burman transformed the sound of Bollywood with his innovative compositions blending Indian classical, folk influences, and global music trends. His work spanned genres—from soulful melodies to energetic rhythms—and left an indelible mark on generations of music lovers.
Awards and Recognitions
- Filmfare Award for Best Music Director
- Sanam Teri Kasam (1983)
- Masoom (1984)
- 1942: A Love Story (1995, posthumous)
Philatelic Tribute
A commemorative postage stamp was issued in honour of R.D. Burman (Pancham), recognizing him as one of the most influential composers in the Indian film industry.
This stamp is part of the special series “100 Years of Indian Cinema.”
