The Punjabi music industry is in deep sorrow following the passing of legendary composer Charanjit Ahuja, widely hailed as the "emperor" of Punjabi music. The date of death of Charanjit Ahuja is either September 20 or 21. He was in his seventies (exact age not known). Charanjit Ahuja was suffering from throat cancer and that is being said to be his cause of death. He died in Mohali, Punjab. Over his illustrious career, Charanjit Ahuja collaborated with some of the biggest names in Punjabi music, including Gurdas Mann, Amar Singh 'Chamkila', Sardool Sikander, and Kuldeep Manak, among others. Ahuja contributed to numerous hit soundtracks in Punjabi films, including Kee Banu Duniyan Da (1986), Gabhroo Punjab Da (1986), Dushmani Jattan Di (1993), and Toofan Singh (2017). Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann shared a tribute on X, saying, “The passing of music maestro Ustad Charanjit Ahuja Sahab is an irreparable loss to the music industry. The melodies created by Ahuja Sahab will forever reign in the hearts of Punjabis. My heartfelt condolences to Sachin Ahuja, other family members, and his fans. May God grant his soul eternal rest.” Actor-singer Diljit Dosanjh also shared a tribute to  Charanjit Ahuja in Punjabi on his Instagram Stories. Zubeen Garg Dies: ‘Ya Ali’ Singer Passes Away After Scuba Diving Accident in Singapore; Pritam, Jubin Nautiyal and Papon Express Shock (See Post)

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Saleem Shahzada Pays Tribute to Charanjit Ahuja

Tributes poured in from fans and industry peers alike for Charanjit Ahuja. Punjabi singer Master Saleem aka Saleem Shahzada wrote on Instagram, "Today, the music world has lost a great name - our revered guru, Maharaj Charanjit Ahuja Sahib, who has departed for the divine abode. What he did for Punjabi music, I don’t think anyone else has ever done. Many star artists are his creations, and he also gave immense support, love, and respect to people like us who came from humble backgrounds." Robo Shankar Passes Away at 46: Actresses Varalakshmi, Simran Express Shock and Grief at Tragic Demise of Tamil Film Actor.

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Diljit Dosanjha Pays Tribute to  Charanjit Ahuja

Diljit Dosanjh tribute to Charanjit Ahuja (Photo Credit: @diljitdosanjh/Instagram)

Fans Pay Tribute to Charanjit Ahuja

Fans also took to Twitter, expressing their grief with messages like "RIP Ustaad Ji." Known for bringing Punjabi folk music to screens and mentoring countless artiste, Ahuja’s legacy continues through his timeless compositions.

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Charanjeet Ahuja is survived by his wife Sangeeta Ahuja, and three sons, who work in the Punjabi music industry.

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