Yuvraj Singh, Harbhajan Singh and members of the cricketing fraternity expressed their condolences after legendary singer Asha Bhosle passed away at the age of 92 on Sunday, April 12.
Her son Anand Bhosle confirmed the newssaying that people can pay their last respects on Monday from 11 am at Casa Grande in Lower Parel, where she lived. He also said that the last rites will be held at Shivaji Park on Monday at 4 pm.
Earlier, Asha Bhosle’s granddaughter said this the singer was hospitalized due to exhaustion and a chest infectionhe asked for privacy, added that treatment is ongoing and expressed hope for a positive update soon.
TRIBUTES ARE PLAYED FOR A TIMELESS ICON
Yuvraj said that he grew up listening to Asha Bhosla, adding that her songs perfectly matched every mood and were deeply connected to childhood memories, making her loss personal.
Yuvraj wrote, “Growing up listening to Asha ji, no matter the mood, there was always a song of hers that went perfectly with it. So many memories, so many emotions associated with that voice. Feels like a part of our growing up has gone silent today. Rest in peace Asha ji. My condolences.”
Yusuf Pathan described her as a timeless voice with a legendary legacy and said her music will live on forever.
Pathan wrote, “A timeless voice, a legendary legacy. Saddened to hear of Asha Bhosle ji’s passing. Her voice will live on forever.”
Delhi Capitals paid tribute and said he will remain in their hearts forever.
Capitals wrote, “Always in our hearts, Asha ji.”
Harbhajan said her passing was a reminder of how deeply her voice had touched generations, calling her a true legend whose legacy will live on and thanked her for her inspiration.
Harbhajan wrote, “Hearing news like this about Asha Bhosle reminds us how deeply her voice touched generations. A true legend whose music transcends time and emotion. Her legacy will live forever in our hearts. Thank you for the inspiration.”
ASH BHOSLE’S LEGENDARY CAREER
Asha Bhosle was born on 8 September 1933 in Sangli, Maharashtra to classical singer Pandit Deenanath Mangeshkar. After his untimely demise, her family moved to Mumbai, where she and Lata Mangeshkar began their careers. Bhosle began recording in the 1940s and over the decade became one of Bollywood’s most recognizable voices.
Renowned for her versatility, she has sung over 12,000 songs in over 20 languages spanning genres from classical and ghazals to cabaret and pop. A defining voice of the golden era of Hindi cinema, she collaborated with legends like Mohammad Rafi and Kishore Kumar. Her collaborations with composers like OP Nayyar and RD Burman produced timeless hits.
A recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Award and the Padma Vibhushan, Bhosle has also won two National Awards. She continued to evolve with modern music, collaborating with AR Rahman and remaining influential for more than eight decades, leaving behind an unrivaled musical legacy.
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Published on:
12 Apr 2026 15:55 IST
