The Odia music industry has been grief stricken with the sudden loss of playback singer Humane Sagar at the age of 34. The popular playback singer was admitted at AIIMS in Bhubaneswar for the intensive treatment for multi-organ dysfunction syndrome on 14 November.
The hospital staff and doctor had tried their best to save his soul but sadly they failed and the nation lost Sagar on November 17th 2025. His demise has shook the Odia film and music industry.
Cause of Death and Complications
Sagar was admitted to AIIMS in a critical condition with multiple severe health issues. The official cause of death was multi-organ dysfunction syndrome alongside other severe ailments.
The doctors and healthcare operators confirmed that he stopped responding to the treatment and hence was declared deceased on 17th of November.
Mother Alleges Negligence
Sagar’s mother – Shefali Suna – has alleged that his manager and event organizers forced him to perform despite his failing health. Shefali also claimed that they prioritized concert commitments over his well-being.
However, the manager, Sagar Behera, has denied these allegations upfront. He stated that Sagar neglected his health and consistently failed to take medications as directed by his doctors.
A Legacy of Soulful Music
Humane Sagar came from a musical family. After winning the second season of Voice of Odisha in 2012 he became a fans favorite voice. His powerful voice made him well-known and his playback debut was the hit title track of the 2015 film Ishq Tu Hi Tu.
He sang for many film songs and popular albums like Niswasa and Chehera and also released a Hindi album.
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Tributes Pour In
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi called his death an “irreparable loss” Former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik also offered condolences. Fans have paid tributes on social media. Fans took on to his instagram last post and showered with heartfelt comments.
Though Sagar has left the world, his music will continue to live in the hearts of the fans.
Conclusion
Though death is inevitable, some death feels too and way too soon to arrive. Such is the death of Humane Sagar who left us only when he was 34. Though the reason for death is health related issues. However, with his mother’s statement it is also worth noting that how work impacts one’s health directly. What may be the reason, one thing is for sure that – nothing can bring the exceptional singer back. Fans and loved ones constantly shower of love and condolences proves how big of an impact he has left behind.
Written by Kenbi Riba