Guwahati, Feb 27: Legendary Assamese singer Zubeen Garg was posthumously honoured with three significant accolades at the Filmfare Awards 2026, in an emotional tribute to his enduring legacy in Indian music and cinema.
The celebrated artiste was awarded Best Playback Singer (Male), the Lifetime Achievement Award and a Special Honour for his contribution to the film Roi Roi Binale. The honours were received on his behalf by his wife, Garima Saikia Garg, who represented the family at the ceremony.
The recognition marked a powerful acknowledgment of Zubeen Garg’s decades-long artistic journey, during which he shaped the landscape of Assamese music and cinema while also establishing a strong presence in the broader Indian entertainment industry. The Lifetime Achievement Award paid tribute to his lifelong dedication to music, while the playback and special film honours underscored the continued impact and excellence of his final works.
Messages of tribute poured in from members of the music and film fraternity, many describing the awards as a fitting salute to an artist whose voice and creative vision resonated across generations. The posthumous recognition at Filmfare 2026 reaffirmed his place as one of Assam’s most iconic cultural figures, whose influence continues to inspire audiences and musicians alike.
