Published Apr 12, 2026 | 3:13 PM ⚊ Updated Apr 12, 2026 | 3:13 PM
Asha Bhosle. Credit: x.com/ashabhosle
Synopsis: Asha Bhosle, legendary playback singer, passed away at 92 in Mumbai on 12 April, 2026. Known for her versatility across genres, she recorded over 12,000 songs in multiple languages. Honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, her voice defined generations of cinema, leaving behind an enduring cultural and musical legacy.
Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, one of India’s most iconic cine voices, passed away today, at the age of 92.
Her son Anand Bhosle confirmed the news, with last rites scheduled at Mumbai’s Shivaji Park. She had been admitted to Breach Candy Hospital after cardiac and respiratory complications.
Born in 1933, Asha Bhosle was the younger sister of Lata Mangeshkar. She began singing in films in the late 1940s and quickly established herself as a versatile playback singer.
Known for her adaptability, she sang across genres — from classical to pop, cabaret to ghazals. She recorded over 12,000 songs in multiple languages, making her one of the most prolific singers in the world.
She collaborated with legendary composers like RD Burman, OP Nayyar, and SD Burman. Some of her iconic songs include ‘Piya Tu Ab To Aaja’, ‘Dum Maro Dum’, ‘Chura Liya Hai Tumne’, and ‘Rangeela Re.’
Aha Bhosle was honoured with numerous awards, including the prrstigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award and multiple Filmfare Awards. She was recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records for the most recorded songs. Her collaborations extended internationally, including work with Western musicians.
Asha Bhosle was married to legendary music director RD Burman, with whom she created some of Bollywood’s most memorable tracks.
Her voice defined generations of Indian cinema, embodying glamour, emotion, and versatility. Her passing marks the end of an era in Bollywood music.
She leaves behind a legacy that is not just musical, but cultural — a voice that will echo in Indian cinema forever.
