Renowned singer Usha Uthup, celebrated for her unique deep voice, dazzled audiences at an iconic restaurant in Kolkata with her rendition of Flowers by Miley Cyrus, a Grammy Award-winning song. A video capturing Uthup's performance at Trincas, a venue she has graced since the late 1960s, recently went viral, showcasing her enduring charm and talent.
During her latest performance on February 8 at Trincas, Uthup mesmerised the audience with her rendition of Flowers by Miley Cyrus, along with other popular songs. Despite her status as a well-known playback singer, she continues to enchant audiences with live performances at the restaurant.
Usha Uthup Sings Miley Cyrus' Flowers
Meghdut Roy Chowdhury, who shared the video on Instagram, expressed amazement at witnessing Uthup's rendition of Miley Cyrus's hit song, declaring the page an Usha Uthup fan page. The video captivated many viewers, who were impressed by Uthup's unique interpretation of the song.
Adorned in her trademark attire, a vibrant saree adorned with jasmine flowers in her hair, Uthup exuded elegance and grace as she entertained the crowd with her rendition of Adele's Skyfall and other classics. Pointing to a photograph on the wall, Uthup shared a nostalgic moment with the audience before delivering her captivating performance of Skyfall.
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Fans flooded the comments section with adoration for the veteran singer, some suggesting a collaboration between Uthup and Miley Cyrus, while others advocated for Uthup to be recognised with a Grammy. Another video captured diners joining Uthup in singing Lata Mangeshkar's Ajeeb Dastan Hai Yeh, further highlighting the magical atmosphere of the evening.
Usha Uthup's illustrious career began in nightclubs before she ventured into the film industry. Over the span of five decades, she has lent her voice to films in multiple languages, including Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada. Additionally, Uthup has served as a judge on various reality television shows.
Recognizing her significant contributions to the music industry, Usha Uthup was conferred with the Padma Bhushan on the eve of the 75th Republic Day, January 25. The prestigious honour acknowledges her outstanding achievements and enduring impact on Indian music.