Kumar Sanu, Shaan Call Alka Yagnik's Padma Bhushan Win 'Well-Deserved': You Are Our Pride

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Yagnik, known for iconic songs like Pardesi Pardesi, Taal Se Taal Mila, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Suraj Hua Maddham, Agar Tum Saath Ho, and many more, was honoured with the prestigious Padma Bhushan by President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday (June 23, 2026). After receiving the award, she took to social media to express gratitude for the love and unwavering support of her fans. She also thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the Ministry of Home Affairs, and the Government of India for the honour. In the comments section, members of the Hindi music fraternity showered her with love and praise. They also wished her good health and strength.

Shaan, Kumar Sanu, others REACT to Alka Yagnik's Padma Bhushan honour

"Very well deserved, Alka! God bless you," commented Kumar Sanu. Shaan called her win "most deserved" and wrote, "Alka ji! You are our pride and joy! And nothing would please your fans more than you finding your health and well-being back and finding the confidence and motivation to come back to regale us with your voice like only you can!"Singer Sophie Choudry said that the veteran singer deserves this and all the love in the world. "Your voice has been a huge part of our lives! May you find your health and strength at the earliest," she added.

Alka Yagnik health news

After videos from the ceremony showed Alka looking visibly frail and being escorted by a female security guard, fans expressed concern about her health.In her note, she also appeared to address speculation surrounding her health condition. She wrote, "For the last two years, I have stayed away from the spotlight, from public appearances, and from sharing much of my journey. Many of you knew I am going through difficult health and through it all, your love, prayers, messages, and unwavering support have stayed with me every step of the way."Meanwhile, calling the recognition deeply humbling, she said that while the award bore her name, it equally belonged to every listener who had embraced her voice, carried her songs across generations, and supported her through both successes and hardships.Alka added that the moment was especially meaningful because it represented not only recognition of her work but also a reminder of the strength that comes from love, hope, and resilience. She shared that she was slowly finding her way back and wanted to be present on the occasion for herself as well as for everyone who had been a part of her journey.