Narayan Shripad Rajhans, better known as Bal Gandharva (26 June 1888 - 15 July 1967), was one of the greatest Marathi singers and stage actors. He was famous for his roles in female characters in Marathi plays, since women were not allowed to act on stage during his time. Bal Gandharva got his name after a singing performance in Pune by Lokmanya Tilak
Bal Gandharva
Singer and stage actor