Legendary playback singer SP Balasubrahmanyam passed away in 2020, but his voice has not gone silent in the hearts of millions even after so long. A great singer with a great voice, SP Balasubrahmanyam sang 40,000 songs in different languages including Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Malayalam and Hindi. His great contribution to Indian music won him many awards including 6 national awards and several state awards. To commemorate his legacy, statues and memorials have been erected at various locations. Recently, another statue of the legendary singer was unveiled in Kerala, adding to the tributes already created in his hometown and other cities.The Palakkad memorial event features an emotional tribute to the music legendThe latest statue of SP Balasubrahmanyam was unveiled in Palakkad at the Pattathirippadu Memorial within the medical college campus. The statue was installed through the efforts of the Malayalam playback singers association SAMAM and cultural organization Swaralaya. The 10-foot statue was unveiled by Oscar-winning composer MM Keeravani. Many famous singers like Hariharan, K. S. Chithra, Sujatha Mohan, Unni Menon, Mano, Vijay Yesudas and others. Thousands of fans gathered in the hall, making it a memorable musical tribute to the legendary voice.SPB Charan He shares an emotional note after the unveiling of his father’s statueActor, producer and singer SPB Charan, son of SP Balasubrahmanyam, shared an emotional note after attending the event. Expressing his gratitude, he wrote, “Legends came together… for a legend. Inauguration of Appa’s statue and inauguration of SPB Memorial in Palakkad – a moment we will cherish forever. “Some voices never die… they become forever”. Yesterday was not just an event… it was a moment our family will carry forever.His heartfelt message reflected the pride and emotion felt by family and fans who gathered to celebrate the singer’s legacy.Charan thanks the artistes and organizers for honoring SPB’s legacySPB Charan also spoke about how touching it was to have so many artists and fans come together for his father. He wrote: “In Palakkad, Appa’s statue was inaugurated by Padma Shri MM Keeravani, and the SPB Memorial Park was inaugurated by Padma Bhushan KS Chithra and Padma Shri Hariharan. Seeing thousands gather with love, respect and emotion…it truly felt that Appa was still living in all the hearts he touched.” He also thanked the organizers and singers who participated in the event, especially Vijay Yesudas, for bringing everyone together. Ending his statement, Charan wrote, “Appa will be missed everyday…but yesterday reminded us, he will never be forgotten.”
