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Kajol Recalls Magical Asha Bhosle Recording Session at Age 19

Kajol has shared a touching social media post remembering the late legendary singer Asha Bhosle. She recalled being 19 years old and watching Bhosle transform a simple melody during a recording session, an experience she found magnificent. The actress credited Bhosle's expressive voice as an inspiration for her own acting. The two collaborated on several famous songs, including "Zara Sa Jhoom Loon Mein" from *Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge*.

Key Points: Kajol Pays Tribute to Asha Bhosle, Recalls 19-Year-Old Memory

  • Kajol's heartfelt social media tribute
  • Recalls a 19-year-old recording session
  • Asha Bhosle's unmatched vocal expression
  • Their collaboration on iconic songs
  • Legend's passing at age 93
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Kajol recalls watching Asha Bhosle's recording session at 19, calls it magnificent

Bollywood star Kajol shares a heartfelt memory of watching Asha Bhosle record a song at 19, calling the legendary singer "magnificent."

Kajol recalls watching Asha Bhosle's recording session at 19, calls it magnificent
"What she made out of that simple melody was like watching a film - Kajol"

Mumbai, April 12

Bollywood star Kajol took to her social media account to reminisce her early days in Bollywood with legendary singer Asha Bhosle. The actress paid a tribute to the singer who passed away on April 12.

Kajol shared a picture of Asha Bhosle on her social media account and penned a heartfelt note.

Recalling her meet with Asha Bhosle while at 19 years, Kajol wrote, "I remember going for one of her recordings for a song that never released . I was 19 and she was amazing! What she made out of that simple melody was like watching a film.. I told her then that if I could bring one tenth of what she gave the song I would be a great actor .. the only word that comes to mind to describe her is Magnificent . Now and forever!"

She added, "Ashatai was, is and will always be a legend .. as a singer , as a persona and as a human being .. loved everything about her.. from her love of life, food and sense of humour and off course her first love .. her singing! She always had a personality in the songs she sang and we as actors were always coming up short trying to give to camera what she could express in her voice . RIP @asha.bhosle .. u will forever be Ashatai to us .."

For the uninitiated, Asha Bhosle has lent her voice to Kajol for many of her songs in Bollywood movies.

One of their hit songs together was Zara Sa Jhoom Loon Mein, dron the cult classic movie Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge.

The song was featured on Kajol and Shah Rukh Khan.

Talking about Asha Bhosle, the legendary singer has been a part of Bollywood in the capacity of a stalwart singer for over 7 decades.

She has sung songs in many languages, from Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, and others.

Asha Bhosle passed away on Sunday at the age of 93. She was admitted to the Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai on Saturday.

- IANS

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Rohit P
It's heartwarming to see such genuine admiration between artists from different generations. Kajol's words capture exactly what we all feel - Asha Bhosle didn't just sing, she acted with her voice. An irreplaceable loss for Indian music.
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Aman W
While the tribute is nice, I wish the article had more details about her incredible journey and the vast range of songs she sang beyond just Bollywood. She was a national treasure whose work in regional cinema was also phenomenal.
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Sarah B
The part where Kajol says actors felt they were "coming up short" trying to match her voice's expression is so telling. It shows the power of her artistry. Rest in peace to a true icon. Her music will live on forever.
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Karthik V
Ashatai's voice defined an era. From the playful "Piya Tu Ab To Aaja" to the soulful "Dum Maro Dum", she could do it all. My parents' generation grew up with her, and thanks to them, so did I. End of a golden chapter in Indian music history.
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Meera T
"Magnificent" is the perfect word. She had a unique spark, a voice you could recognize instantly. Kajol's memory of that unreleased song is a special peek behind the curtain. What a legacy she leaves behind. Om Shanti.

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