The music world is grieving the passing of the iconic playback singer Asha Bhosle, who died at 92 in Mumbai. A. R. Rahman, the Oscar and Grammy-winning composer, shared a heartfelt post on Instagram, reminiscing about his collaborations with Bhosle on songs like ‘Rangeela Re’ and ‘Tanha Tanha’. Vishal Dadlani also paid tribute by sharing a timeline of Bhosle’s childhood pictures on Instagram, acknowledging her as one of the greatest in Indian film music history.
Jubin Nautiyal, another playback singer, honored Bhosle’s legacy with a touching post on Instagram, describing her voice as a profound source of emotion and connection in countless songs. Salim Merchant expressed gratitude to Bhosle for infusing every note she sang with soul, emphasizing that her influence will endure. Leslee Lewis praised Bhosle’s versatility and effortless mastery across genres, eras, and emotions, underscoring her irreplaceable impact on music.
Shekhar Ravjiani shared his deep sorrow over Bhosle’s passing, highlighting her enduring presence in his life and the music industry. Mahesh Kale reflected on his personal interactions with Bhosle, recalling her warmth, humility, and culinary generosity. Bhosle’s last rites are scheduled to take place at Shivaji Park on Monday at 4:00 pm, following her admission to Breach Candy Hospital and her notable accolades, including the Dadasaheb Phalke Award and Padma Vibhushan.
