India’s legendary voice falls silent: Asha Bhosle dies at 92

Her son Anand Bhosle confirmed the news to the media, saying, “She is no more. Her last rites will be held at 4 PM tomorrow at Shivaji Park in Mumbai.”

#WATCH | Mumbai: Legendary singer Asha Bhosle's son, Anand Bhosle says, "My mother passed away today. People can pay their last respects to her at 11 am tomorrow at Casa Grande, Lower Parel, where she lived. Her last rites will be performed at 4 pm tomorrow at Shivaji Park." https://t.co/enJlEizboY pic.twitter.com/4WqTd9HYxg
— ANI (@ANI) April 12, 2026

The veteran singer had been admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai on Saturday, April 11.

Her granddaughter Zanai Bhosle had earlier shared on X that she was hospitalised due to “extreme exhaustion and a chest infection.”

My grandmother, Asha Bhosle due to extreme exhaustion and suffering a chest infection has been admitted to hospital and we request you to value our privacy. Treatment is ongoing and hopefully everything will be well and we shall update you positively.
— Zanai Bhosle (@ZanaiBhosle) April 11, 2026

An eight-decade musical legacy

Born in 1933, Asha Bhosle began her career at just 10 years old, singing for the 1943 Marathi film Majha Bal.

Over the decades, she became one of India’s most versatile voices, delivering iconic songs such as Piya Tu Ab To Aaja, Kajra Mohabbat Wala, Rangeela Re, and Dil Cheez Kya Hai.

Initially known for light and cabaret-style numbers, she later earned acclaim for her range across ghazals, classical compositions, and playback singing.

Her passing marks the end of an era in Indian music, with tributes expected to pour in from across the film and music industry.