Mysuru, July 12 -- After reigning over the world of music for six decades, S. Janaki gave her final public performance in Mysuru on Oct. 28, 2017.

'S. Janaki Musical Nights' was organised at the Open Air Theatre in Manasagangothri by the S. Janaki Charitable Trust in association with S. Janaki Furniture and Timbers.

Janaki Amma began the evening with an invocation to Lord Ganesha before captivating the packed audience with songs in Kannada, Tamil and Telugu. Though she was 80 at the time, her voice remained as mellifluous as ever, drawing thunderous applause and whistles from her admirers.

Addressing the audience, Janaki announced that it would be her final concert. "This is my last performance. I will not sing anywhere again. I have b...