A nostalgic 1994 video of playback singer Kalpana Raghavendar performing with her late father, T.S. Raghavendar, in Paris has resurfaced, delighting music lovers. The father-daughter duo's performance at Kalaiyamutham captivated the audience, who applauded enthusiastically. Fans praised their musical legacy, with comments celebrating their talent. Recently, Kalpana clarified an accidental overdose of sleeping pills due to stress from a disagreement with her daughter, denying any suicide attempt. She is currently under medical care and recovering.
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