The loss of icon Asha Bhosle has sent ripples of sorrow across the entertainment industry. Asha Bhosle passed away at the age of 92 at Breach Candy Hospital
in Mumbai on April 12, following which tributes have been pouring in constantly. Even as Mumbai gears up to bid its final farewell to the late legend, Anupamaa actress Rupali Ganguly took to Instagram to share a throwback video of when she met the singer. Taking to Instagram, Rupali Ganguly shared a short clip where she can be seen meeting the legedary singer and sharing some words with her. The renowned television actress could be seen bowing down and touching the feet of Asha Bhosle during their encounter. Sharing the nostalgic video, Rupali Ganguly wrote, "A part of my childhood feels lost today. Moments with her will be remembered …cherished….missed … Her kind words were the blessings I will carry in my heart forever." She further added, "Asha Tai, your absence hurts deeply….Legends live on forever," before concluding with the late singer's name and a broken heart emoji.
A number of fans took to the comments section to react to the post, with one person writing, "Aww these memories & always remember the legend Asha mam OM Shanti," while a second commented, "Legends never die," and a third shared, "Aap se Asha ji ki ye mulakaat meri Fvrt mei se ek h." A fourth person commented, "Legend kabhi marte nhi h balki hmesha humare dilon mei jinda rehte h.....Asha ji or unki awaj bhi humare dilon mei hmesha hmesha rahegi."
The younger sister of another icon – the late Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle was known for carving out a niche for herself in an industry, which at the time of her initiation in Bollywood still preferred the demure, coy Indian woman to westernised individuals. Starting off with B-grade films, Asha Bhosle would go on to voice some of the most iconic songs in the industry – including legendary compositions Dum Maaro Dum, Piya Tu Ab To Aaja, Chura Liya Hai Tumne Jo Dil Ko, and even Ye Mera Dil.
From cabaret numbers to romantic songs, soulful ghazals and even peppy foot tapping songs, Asha Bhosle refused to be boxed into any one genre. Her indelible mark on the music industry is unparalleled. Modern day singers can opt for experimentation because Asha Bhosle paved the way for them.
