Iconic playback singer Asha Bhosle died today at Breach Candy Hospital after battling extreme exhaustion, chest infection, and cardiac arrest following her ICU admission on April 11. She was 92.
Her son Anand Bhosle confirmed: “My mother passed away today. Last respects at 11 AM tomorrow at Casa Grande, Lower Parel; rites at 4 PM Shivaji Park.” Dr. Pratit Samdani verified the passing of the Dadasaheb Phalke Awardee with over 12,000 songs.
Tributes Pour In
PM Narendra Modi mourned the “inspiration,” while industry icons hailed her versatility from Lata Mangeshkar rival to ghazal queen. Granddaughter Zanai requested privacy amid treatment updates.
Enduring Legacy
From 1943 debut to Padma Vibhushan, Bhosle’s hits like “Piya Tu Ab To Aaja” defined Bollywood, blending playback, bhajans, and pop across 16 languages.
