Anjanibai Malpekar

Anjanibai Malpekar an indian classical songstress, teacheress, model.

First woman to be awarded the 'Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship'.

One of the pioneers in shaping and systematizing the Bhendibazaar gharana’s vocal style of Hindustani classical music into a structured, pedagogical tradition.

Known for her striking beauty, she inspired paintings by Raja Ravi Varma, including "Lady in the Moonlight".