Chembai Vaidyanatha Bhagavatar was an Carnatic music singer from the Indian state of Kerala. Known by his village name Chembai,
or simply as Bhagavatar, he was born to Anantha Bhagavatar and Parvati Ammal in 1895. Chembai was noted for his powerful voice
and majestic style of singing. His first public performance was in 1904, when he was nine. He was a recipient of several titles
and honours. He was known for his encouragement of upcoming musicians, and also for his ability to spot new talent.