Arun Date

Who is Arun Date?

Arun Date is a well known Marathi singer. Some of his popular songs include "Bhatukalichya Khelamadhali", "Ya Janmavar" and "Yeshil Yeshil". He is particularly popular about particular class of Marathi songs called Bhavageete. Originally a textile engineer, Arun Date left his high profile job after 28 years of service for pursuing career in singing. The song "Shukratara by Date" was adjudged as song of the month by Mumbai Radio Station in 1962 and remains one of the most popular song in contemporary Marathi culture. Arun Date was first recipient of Gajananrav Vatave Purskar. His father Ramubhaiyya was one of the well known singers from Indore.