12 April,2026 10:01 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Asha Bhosle dies
Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle passed away in Mumbai on Sunday at the age of 92, marking the end of an era in Indian music. She died at Breach Candy Hospital, where she had been admitted on Saturday evening following extreme exhaustion and a chest infection. The entire film fraternity is in a state of shock after learning about her demise. From Akshay Kumar to Raveena Tandon, actors paid tribute to her.
Actor Akshay Kumar took to his official social media handle to offer his tribute to the late singer. He wrote, "No words can convey the loss I feel at Asha Bhosle ji's demise. Unki surili awaaz hamesha ke liye amar rahegi. Om Shanti (sic)."
Actress Raveena Tandon also mourned the loss, saying, "Today marks an irreplaceable loss - the deepest loss to the industry and to me personally, from childhood to now. Her biggest fan ever. Nobody, nobody like her. Ashaji, you leave behind a legacy of music and sound that no one in the world could compare to. The greatest era of music ends here."
Filmmaker Karan Johar revealed that he has always been a fan of Asha Bhosle's voice in an emotional post that read, "To say we have lost a legend today would be an understatement. Asha ji was unlike any other - a voice that defined not only one generation but spanned the entire cinematic universe. I have always been a massive fan of her voice, her art, her personality… Asha ji, your music will live on forever, and we are blessed to experience the magic you have left behind. Rest in peace and power."
Veteran actress Neetu Kapoor also shared a photo of Asha Bhosle on her Instagram Stories, along with the text, "End of an era - RIP," followed by broken heart and folded hands emoticons.
Hema Malini also remembered her beloved Asha Tai and wrote, "I just can't believe how some one so full of life, she who lent so much vivacity and character to her songs has left us grieving."
Jr NTR also expressed sorrow.
Anupamaa fame Sudhanshu Pandey shared a glimpse of his last meeting with Asha ji and penned a heartfelt note.
Musicians like Shankar Mahadevan and Harshdeep Kaur also remembered her.
Taking to their Instagram stories, Virat Kohli paid his tribute and wrote, "Rest in peace, Asha Bhosle ji. Your voice touched millions and will live on forever in our hearts. Om Shanti." Meanwhile, Anushka Sharma wrote, "A voice that defined generations, Asha ji's legacy will always stay with us. Om Shanti."
Shah Rukh Khan also remembered the singer, sharing a sweet moment, lovingly kissing her cheek while she posed with a radiant smile. He wrote on X, "It's truly sad to learn about Asha Tai's passing… her voice has been one of the pillars of Indian cinema and will continue to resonate world over for centuries to come. A talent that will outlive many, she always showered me with blessings and love and i will miss her. Rest in Peace Asha Tai… love you."
Priyanka shared a photo with Asha on Instagram and wrote, "For my generation and so many before and after, she wasn't simply a legend we admired, she was a constant. A voice so eternal it felt like it would always be there. It is hard to put into words what it means to lose someone whose art helped shape the emotional landscape of an entire nation."
Salman Khan also took to X to pen a tribute saying, "A huge loss for Indian music.... Heartbroken to hear about Asha ji. An irreplaceable voice, Your songs will continue to inspire generations."
Confirming the cause of death, Dr Pratit Samdani said, "Asha Bhosle breathed her last today at Breach Candy Hospital. She passed away due to multi-organ failure."
Her son, Anand Bhosle, confirmed the news and shared details of the final rites, saying, "My mother passed away today. People can pay their last respects to her at 11 am tomorrow at Casa Grande, Lower Parel, where she lived. Her last rites will be performed at 4 pm tomorrow at Shivaji Park."
