Asha Bhosle Death Reason: Not Cardiac Arrest, Iconic Singer Died Due To Multiple Organ Failure?

Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle passed away in Mumbai on April 12, 2026, at the age of 92. Several reports claimed the singer suffered a cardiac arrest on April 11, following which she was admitted to Breach Candy’s emergency ward and was receiving treatment, but now a fresh update confirms that the legendary singer passed away following multiple organ failure.

As per FPJ, addressing reporters, the medical team of Breach Candy Hospital confirmed that her respiratory complications led to multiple organ failure. “It is very sad news that Asha Bhosle has passed away. She had multiple medical complications, including multiple organ failure,” a doctor from the team shared, adding, “Despite all efforts, her condition deteriorated due to respiratory complications, eventually

leading to multiple organ failure.”

About Asha Bhosle

Asha Bhosle was one of the most loved singers in India, and her contribution to the Indian music industry was widely recognised. The list of timeless hits includes classics such as Piya Tu Ab To Aaja, Dum Maaro Dum, Chura Liya Hai Tumne Jo Dil Ko, Jhumka Gira Re, Yeh Mera Dil, Dil Cheez Kya Hai, O Mere Sona Re, and In Aankhon Ki Masti Ke Mastane Hazaaron Hain.

Asha Bhosle hadn’t recorded only Hindi songs; her contribution expanded to several other languages, including Marathi, Bengali, Tamil, Malayalam, English, Russian, and more. The ace artist, in her almost eight-decade-long singing career, lent her voice to diverse genres, including classical, ghazals, cabaret, and pop. She was recognised by the Guinness Book of World Records in 2011, as she has sung over 11,000 solo, duet, and chorus-backed songs across more than 20 Indian languages. There are some sources that state that she has recorded songs exceeding 12,000 in total.

Taking to social media, several celebs mourn Asha Bhosle’s demise. Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan expressed his grief and admiration for the iconic singer, writing, “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.”