Legendary singer Asha Bhosle passed away at the age of 92. She was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital on Saturday, where she breathed her last. Asha, recognised by the Guinness Book of World Records as the most-recorded singer, touched countless lives.Sapna Mukherjee, the veteran singer, was among many who shared a close bond with Asha Bhosle.
When News18 Showsha contacted Sapna Mukherjee, she shared how she was very close to Asha Bhosle. The veteran singer said, “She loved me, and she always gave me her blessings. I still remember how she blessed my song ‘Mere Shyam’… that meant everything to me.”
Recalling the legendary singer, Sapna continued, “She would always tell me, ‘Whenever you want to come, you can come home and do riyaaz with me in the morning.’
That was her… so warm, so open, so full of love. Very few legends carry that kind of generosity. She always blessed me. Always. I truly feel so blessed to have received her love and guidance. She was my most favourite… so graceful, so gorgeous, and so full of life.”
Calling the news of Asha’s demise “still hard to believe,” Sapna concluded, “God bless her soul. Rest in peace, Asha Di. Om Shanti.”
About Asha Bhosle’s Demise
Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, who was rushed to Breach Candy Hospital following a cardiac arrest, has died at the age of 92. On April 11, the iconic singer reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest, following which she was taken to the emergency unit of the hospital, where she passed away. Maharashtra’s Minister of Cultural Affairs, Ashish Shelar, announced the grim news. Her mortal remains will be kept at her residence from 11 am to 3 pm tomorrow, and the last rites will take place at Shivaji Park at 4 pm.
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.
