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Tributes poured in from across the film industry for legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, who passed away at the age of 92 following multi-organ failure at Mumbai\u2019s Breach Candy Hospital on Sunday.<\/p>\n
Celebrities, including veteran actor-politician Hema Malini, superstar Akshay Kumar, filmmaker Karan Johar, actors JR NTR and Vicky, paid homage to the late singer on social media.<\/p>\n
Malini said she shared a deep emotional bond with Bhosle and found it hard to believe that someone so full of life was gone.<\/p>\n
\u201cShe has made many of my songs so popular with her unique voice and style. I had a very special relationship with both Lata ji and Asha ji, who have contributed in no small measure to my rise in the film industry,\u201d she wrote.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt is a huge loss for Maharashtra and for the whole of India that can never be compensated or replaced ever,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n
Asha Tai no more! I just can\u2019t believe how some one so full of life, she who lent so much vivacity and character to her songs has left us grieving\ud83d\ude4f It is especially hard for me as I have an emotional connect with Asha ji – she has made many of my songs so popular with her unique\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/Q73VorrtVd<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Hema Malini (@dreamgirlhema) April 12, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Akshay Kumar posted, \u201cNo words can convey the loss I feel at Asha Bhosle ji\u2019s demise. Unki surily awaaz hamesha hamesha ke liye amar rahegi (Her melodious voice will remain immortal forever). Om Shanti.\u201d<\/p>\n No words can convey the loss I feel at Asha Bhosle ji\u2019s demise. Unki surily awaaz hamesha hamesha ke liye amar rahegi. Om Shanti \ud83d\ude4f pic.twitter.com\/GNEl7QFt8M<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) April 12, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Describing her death as a \u201closs of a legend\u201d, Johar said Bhosle\u2019s voice was unlike any other.\u201cA voice that defined not only one generation but across a span of cinematic universe. Your music will live on forever and we are blessed to experience the magic you have left behind,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n Actor Kajol, one of the many female stars for whom the legendary singer lent her voice, recalled watching Asha Bhosle record a song when she was 19.<\/p>\n \u201cAshatai was, is and will always be a legend .. as a singer , as a persona and as a human being .. loved everything about her.. from her love of life, food and sense of humour and off course her first love .. her singing! \u201cI remember going for one of her recordings for a song that never released . I was 19 and she was amazing! What she made out of that simple melody was like watching a film.. I told her then that if I could bring one tenth of what she gave the song I would be a great actor .. the only word that comes to mind to describe her is Magnificent . Now and forever! RIP @asha.bhosle .. u will forever be Ashatai to us,\u201d she wrote on Instagram.<\/p>\n Telugu star Jr NTR said her magical voice was the heartbeat of Indian cinema for decades.<\/p>\n \u201cShe leaves behind a legacy that will live on for generations and will always be remembered with respect and love. My deepest condolences to her family,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n Deeply saddened by the news of Asha Bhosle ji\u2019s passing. Her magical voice was the heartbeat of Indian cinema for decades and touched millions of hearts. She leaves behind a legacy that will live on for generations and will always be remembered with respect and love. My deepest\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/U81F2NBBeD<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Jr NTR (@tarak9999) April 12, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Actor Vicky Kaushal wrote: \u201cYour melodies, your kindness, your grace and warmth will live on forever.\u201d<\/p>\n Actor Manoj Bajpayee said he grew up listening to Asha ji like so many others. \u201cHer voice inspired me and awed me in equal measure. There was something magical about it, the way it could hold so many emotions at once with such ease. As an actor, I have always admired how effortlessly she could bring a song to life. Her music is timeless and will continue to stay with all of us. An irreplaceable legacy,\u201d he wrote.<\/p>\n Filmmaker Zoya Akhtar shared a photo of Bhosle and wrote, \u201cUnforgettable\u2026 Asha ji.\u201d With a career spanning over eight decades, Bhosle, the younger sister of the legendary singer late Lata Mangeshkar, is survived by her son Anand Bhosle and granddaughter Zanai Bhosle.<\/p>\n Her last rites will be performed at Shivaji Park, Mumbai, on Monday.<\/p>\n First Published:<\/strong>
\nAsha Bhosle<\/a> was known for her versatility and has sung many memorable melodies, from romantic songs to ghazals to peppy numbers. Among her
\nmost popular songs<\/a> are \u2018Abhi Na Jao Chhod Kar\u2019, \u2018In Ankhon Ki Masti\u2019, \u2018Dil Cheez Kya Hai\u2019, \u2018Piya Tu Ab to Aaja\u2019, \u2018Duniya Mein Logon Ko\u2019, and \u2018Zaara Se Jhoom Loon Main\u2019.<\/p>\n
\nApril 12, 2026, 15:29 IST<\/p>\n<\/div>\n