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Lata Mangeshkar, one of India's most beloved singers, has been cremated in Mumbai with full state honours. Mangeshkar, whose voice was the soundtrack to hundreds of Bollywood films, died aged 92 on Sunday.

大象传媒 correspondent Yogitai Lamai outlines her career.

As a Bollywood playback singer, Lata Mangeshkar's voice was the soundtrack to hundreds of Indian films - and to countless more lives. Her songs were played at weddings, funerals and national events, her career spanned more than seven decades, and she recorded more songs than The Beatles and the Rolling Stones combined. Affectionately known as India's "Didi" or sister, for millions, this loss has been felt across India, and the world.

Photo: Lata Mangeshkar in Mumbai, 2009 Credit: Getty Images