Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, whose voice defined the sound of Hindi cinema across more than seven decades and 12,000 recorded songs, passed away at the age of 92 at Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital on Sunday.
Her son Anand Bhosle confirmed the news outside the hospital, informing the public that those wishing to pay their last respects may visit her residence on Monday at 11 am, with the final rites scheduled for 4 pm at Shivaji Park.
As the news spread, tributes poured in from every corner.
Asha Bhosle passes away at 92
According to ANI, Bhosle breathed her last at Breach Candy Hospital. Her son Anand Bhosle told reporters outside the hospital, “She passed away today.
Those who wish to pay their last respects can visit her residence tomorrow at 11 am. The last rites will be performed tomorrow at 4 pm at Shivaji Park.”See More: Asha Bhosle Passes Away Live Updates: Veteran legendary singer passes away at 92; last rites to be held tomorrow at Shivaji Park in Mumbai
Tributes pour in from political figures and celebrities
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee expressed deep sorrow. She tweeted, “Profoundly saddened by the demise of the great musical genius Asha Bhosle. She has been an inspiring and mesmerising singer who reigned over our hearts for generations. She sang many Bengali songs too, and is incredibly popular in Bengal also.
We could confer our highest civilian award ‘Bangabibhushan’ on her in 2018. My heartfelt condolences to her family and fraternity and millions of her fans all over the world.
.”Actor Akshay Kumar took to X (previously Twitter) and posted a picture with legendary singer Asha Bhosle, saying, “No words can convey the loss I feel at Asha Bhosle ji’s demise. Unki surily awaaz hamesha hamesha ke liye amar rahegi. Om ShantiMusical genius AR Rahman also shared an Instagram post, posting a picture of the late singer. He captioned it, “She lives forever with her voice and aura ..What an artist (heartemoji)”See More: Veteran singer Asha Bhosle passes away at age 92
