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Legendary Singer Asha Bhosle Passes Away at 92, Last Rites at Shivaji Park

Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle passed away at the age of 92 in Mumbai on Sunday. She had been hospitalized the previous day due to extreme exhaustion and a chest infection. With a career spanning decades, she was credited with singing nearly 12,000 songs in about 20 languages. Her last rites are scheduled to be held at Shivaji Park on Monday afternoon.

Key Points: Asha Bhosle Dies at 92, Last Rites on Monday

  • Passed away at 92 in Mumbai
  • Admitted for exhaustion & chest infection
  • Last rites at Shivaji Park Monday
  • Sang over 12,000 songs
  • Recipient of Padma Vibhushan & Dadasaheb Phalke
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Asha Bhosle passes away at 92, last rites to be held on Monday at Shivaji Park

Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle passed away in Mumbai at age 92. Her last rites will be held at Shivaji Park on Monday.

"My grandmother, Asha Bhosle due to extreme exhaustion and suffering a chest infection has been admitted to hospital - Zanai Bhosle"

Mumbai, April 12

Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle passed away at the age of 92 in Mumbai on Sunday. The singer was admitted to the Breach Candy Hospital on Saturday. Ashish Shelar, the Culture Minister of Maharashtra made the announcement outside the hospital. Her last rites will be held at Shivaji Park on Monday at 4:00 pm.

On Saturday, her granddaughter, Zanai Bhosle had revealed that her grandmother was admitted to the hospital due to extreme exhaustion and a chest infection. She requested privacy during such times. Dropping a photo with Asha Bhosle on her official Instagram handle, Zanai wrote, "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 (sic). (Folded hands emoji)."

One of the most influential singers of her time, Asha Bhosle, sang her first song as a playback for the 1943 Marathi drama 'Majha Bal'. She is known for lending her voice to some noteworthy numbers such as 'Chura Liya Hai Tumne Jo Dil Ko', 'Do Lafzon Ki Hai Dil Ki Kahani', 'Kya Ghazab Karte Ho Ji', 'O Haseena Zulfonwale Jane Jahan', and 'Ye Ladka Hay Allah Kaisa Hai Diwana', to name just a few. Along with Hindi, she has sung in around 20 Indian and foreign languages.

In 2006, Asha Bhosle herself disclosed that she has almost 12,000 songs to her credit. During her tenure as a singer spanning several decades, Asha Bhosle has worked with many acclaimed music composers such as Shankar-Jaikishan, RD Burman, OP Nayyar, Ilaiyaraaja, Bappi Lahiri, and AR Rahman. She has received numerous awards throughout her career for many of her noteworthy songs. The singer was given the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Award back in 2000, followed by a Padma Vibhushan in 2008

- IANS

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Rohit P
12,000 songs! That number alone is mind-boggling. What an incredible legacy. "Chura Liya Hai" will forever give me goosebumps. A true legend who lived a full life. Rest in peace.
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Michael C
While her contribution is immense, I do wish the media would respect the family's request for privacy a bit more during such difficult times. The announcement felt very rushed.
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Aditya G
Her versatility was unmatched. Singing in 20 languages! From classical to pop, she did it all. The collaboration with RD Burman gave us some of the most magical music. Feeling a deep personal loss today.
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Sarah B
I discovered her music while studying Indian cinema. Her voice had such character and playfulness. A global icon. My condolences to her family and to India.
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Karthik V
Shivaji Park is the perfect place for her last rites. A Mumbaikar through and through. The city will come to a standstill tomorrow to pay respects. #AshaBhosleForever

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