Who was Ameen Sayani? Who hosted Binaca Geetmala?

Renowned radio presenter Ameen Sayani, known for his iconic show ‘Geetmala,’ passed away at the age of 91 yesterday. The news was confirmed by his son, Rajil Sayani, who stated that Ameen Sayani breathed his last at the hospital last night. The cause of his demise has been attributed to heart failure.

Who was Ameen Sayani?
Ameen Sayani, born on December 21, 1932, in Mumbai, was initially an English broadcaster but later transitioned to Hindi post-independence. He gained immense popularity with the creation of ‘Geetmala,’ a groundbreaking show that first aired in December 1952. The program, which featured chart-topping hits, became a cultural phenomenon in South Asia.