was born in Kolkata on 27 June, 1939. His full name is Rahul Dev Burman. He was the only son of great music composer and singer Sachin Dev Burman. R D Burman was known by his nick name Pancham. He was a genius.

       Since 1960 to 1990 he had composed so many super hit songs for Hindi Film industry in Mumbai. He also sang and composed many Bengali songs both for Bengali films and basic records. Asha Bhosle will be remembered ever by the Bangla Song lovers for her basic Bengali songs composed by her husband Pancham da. 

       Pancham da used to love music and songs since childhood. His parents encouraged him to learn various instruments and love songs. "Hai Apna Dil To Awara" - in this song by Hemant Kumar, R D B played the unforgettable mouth organ in so young age.

        In his film career of about thirty years, Pancham da composed songs for 331 films. The Bollywood films will ever remember the outstanding contribution of Pancham da for his compositions - from "Bhoot Banglow" to "1942 A Love Story" - a musical journey of a life full of liveliness, dedication and enthusiasm for music. The great singers Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle and Kishore Kumar will be remembered also for the excellent songs composed by R D Burman.

        This great music composer lasts his breath only at the age of 54 on 4th January, 1994. And we lost a wonderful person forever.