Veteran composer Khayyam, best known for his music in classic movies such as ' Kabhi Kabhie ' and ' Umrao Jaan, ' died in hospital on Monday. He was 92 years old.

He was admitted to the hospital a few days ago due to breathing problems and other age-related diseases. He died at Sujay Hospital around 9.30pm, "said a family friend.

Mohammed Zahur Hashmi, popularly known as Khayyam, was also a recipient of Sangeet Natak Akademi Award and Padma Bhushan.