Asha Bhosle, a legendary Indian singer, died at age 92 following a heart attack, ending a career of more than 80 years during which she sang over 12,000 songs. Her immortal voice was the heart of Bollywood across many generations.
On 13 April 2026 GMT+7, international news agencies reported that the Indian entertainment industry lost a major figure when Asha Bhosle, a legendary Bollywood singer, passed away at age 92 after being hospitalized in Mumbai due to a heart attack.
Her family confirmed the sad news of Asha Bhosle’s passing, marking the true end of Bollywood’s golden musical era. With a career spanning over eight decades and more than 12,000 songs, she was acclaimed as the unmatched queen of playback singing.
Her distinctive voice brought life to film songs, while actors lip-synced to her singing, creating soundtracks that remain etched in the memories of multiple generations, ranging from lively tunes to beautiful love songs.
She was also internationally recognized, having collaborated with foreign artists and inspiring the 1997 song “Brimful of Asha” by the band Cornershop, which celebrated her role in Indian music culture.
Following the news of her death, many leaders and celebrities expressed their condolences. Prime Minister Narendra Modi described her as “one of the most influential and versatile voices India has ever had,” adding that her work enriched the nation’s cultural heritage.
Actress and prominent politician Meha Malini expressed her sorrow, revealing an emotional bond with Asha Bhosle, as she had sung playback for numerous films that contributed to Malini’s fame.
Source: BBC