Sonu Nigam on Alka Yagnik's hearing loss diagnosis: "I knew something was not right", Ila Arun, Shankar Mahadevan react too

Sonu Nigam with Alka Yagnik

Renowned singer Alka Yagnik recently revealed through an Instagram post that she has been diagnosed with a rare sensory neural nerve hearing loss. This announcement has brought a wave of concern and support from her colleagues in the Hindi music industry, including Sonu Nigam, Ila Arun, and Shankar Mahadevan.

 
In her heartfelt Instagram post, Alka Yagnik shared her journey of discovering her hearing loss. She recounted how a few weeks ago, while disembarking from a flight, she felt something was amiss. After mustering the courage to seek medical advice, she was diagnosed with a rare sensory neural nerve hearing loss, likely caused by a viral attack. This sudden setback has taken her by surprise, leaving her grappling with the implications on her career and daily life.

Reactions from the Music Fraternity

Sonu Nigam, a long-time collaborator with Alka Yagnik, was among the first to respond. Having sung numerous duets with Alka in Bollywood films during the 90s and 2000s, Sonu expressed his concern and support. He commented on Alka's Instagram post, "I knew something was not right... I'll see you when I get back. God speed your recovery." Sonu and Alka's notable songs together include 'What Is Mobile Number' ('Haseena Maan Jayegi', 1999), 'Dil Mein Jo Baat' ('Run', 2004), 'Banke Tera Jogi' ('Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani', 2000), 'Suraj Hua Maddham' ('Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham', 2001), and 'Tumhi Dekho Na' ('Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna', 2006).

Ila Arun, known for her powerful voice and iconic songs like 'Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai' from the 1993 crime drama 'Khal Nayak', also extended her support. She wrote, "So sorry to hear this . Dearest Alka, I saw your picture and reacted, but the more I read, it’s heartbreaking . But With Blessings . And today’s Best Doctors, you will be fine and soon we will be hearing your sweet voice ️ you always take care."

Shankar Mahadevan, a Grammy Award-winning singer-composer, joined in wishing Alka a speedy recovery. He commented, "Praying for your speedy recovery Alka ji!! You are going to be absolutely ok and rocking as usual! Loads of love and best wishes ️️️." Shankar has collaborated with Alka on several films, including 'Dil Chahta Hai' (2001), 'Lakshya' (2004), and 'Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna' (2006).
Alka's diagnosis has brought to light the challenges faced by artists dealing with health issues that impact their craft. Sensory neural nerve hearing loss is a condition that affects the transmission of sound from the inner ear to the brain, leading to difficulties in hearing and interpreting sounds. For a singer of Alka's caliber, this diagnosis is particularly challenging, given her reliance on acute auditory perception for her performances.

Despite the setback, Alka remains optimistic and determined. In her post, she expressed her gratitude for the support from her friends and fans, stating, "Having mustered some courage in the weeks following the episode, I want to break my silence now for all my friends and well-wishers who have been asking me why I’m missing in action. This sudden, major setback has caught me completely unawares."
The outpouring of support from the music community underscores the deep respect and admiration that Alka Yagnik commands in the industry. Her colleagues' heartfelt messages reflect their confidence in her resilience and ability to overcome this challenge. As she navigates this difficult period, the collective hope is that Alka will soon recover and return to doing what she loves most—singing and enchanting her audience with her melodious voice.

In the meantime, Alka's fans and the music fraternity will continue to rally behind her, offering their prayers and well-wishes for her speedy recovery. This incident serves as a reminder of the fragility of health and the importance of supporting one another through life's unexpected trials.