Asha Bhosle he died at the age of 92 on April 12 after health complications and organ failure. After her death, tributes were shared from across the music and film industry, including a message from actress Priyanka Chopra.
Tribute to Priyanka Chopra
Priyanka Chopra shared a vintage picture with the singer on Instagram, along with a clip of the song What is heart cheese? In her post, she reflected on the influence Asha Bhosle had on her life and on Indian music.
“There are some losses that feel like losing a part of childhood, memories, home. Asha ji was that for many of us,” Priyanka wrote.
She talked about how the singer’s music was present in everyday life:
“Her voice wasn’t just part of Indian music, it was part of the background of our lives. It played through our homes growing up, through family celebrations, through heartache, through joy, through quiet and loud moments that became memories before we knew it.”
She added that Bhosle’s influence spanned generations:
“For my generation and so many before and after, she wasn’t just a legend we admired, she was a constant. A voice so timeless it felt like she’d always be there. It’s hard to put into words what it means to lose someone whose art helped shape the emotional landscape of an entire nation. Thank you, Asha ji, for giving us a lifetime of song, of feeling, of music, the greatest gift known sometimes.”
She ended her message with:
“Rest in peace. Your voice will live on where all true legends live, forever in our hearts,” wrote Priyanka.
Legacy
Asha Bhosle died on Sunday after being admitted to Mumbai’s Breach Candy Hospital with cardiac and respiratory distress. After the news of her death, condolences were shared by several public figures including Shah Rukh Khan, Akshay Kumar and Kajol.
During a career spanning more than 80 years, Bhosle became one of the most prolific playback singers in Indian cinema. Her honors include:
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National Film Awards: Two wins (for What is heart cheese? AND My little things)
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Filmfare Awards: Seven wins for Best Female Singer
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Civilian honors: Dadasaheb Phalke Award and Padma Vibhushan (2008)
Last rites
Her mortal remains will be placed at her residence, Casa Grande in Lower Parel, at 11 am on Monday for public viewing. The funeral is scheduled for 4:00 p.m. Monday evening.
