The Guru of Legends: How KL Saigal Inspired Lata and Kishore

The influence of KL Saigal on the giants of Indian music is immeasurable. Both Lata Mangeshkar and Kishore Kumar openly acknowledged Saigal as their 'guru'. Lata once mentioned that she started her career by imitating Saigal’s soulful renditions. Kishore Kumar, similarly, held Saigal in the highest regard, crediting him for teaching the industry how to sing from the heart. Despite having no formal training, Saigal’s ability to emote through songs like 'Babul Mora' and 'Jab Dil Hi Toot Gaya' remains unparalleled.