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Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma Mourn Asha Bhosle: "Voice Touched Millions"

Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle has passed away at the age of 92. The news prompted an outpouring of grief from celebrities, including cricketer Virat Kohli and actor Anushka Sharma, who shared heartfelt tributes on social media. Bhosle's unparalleled career spanned decades, during which she recorded thousands of songs in multiple languages and genres. She was a recipient of India's highest civilian honors and a Guinness World Record holder for being the most-recorded artist in history.

Key Points: Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma Pay Tribute to Asha Bhosle

  • Legendary singer Asha Bhosle passes away at 92
  • Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma lead celebrity tributes
  • Career spanned decades with thousands of songs
  • Honoured with Padma Vibhushan, Dadasaheb Phalke Award
  • Guinness World Record holder as most-recorded artist
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"Your voice touched millions": Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma mourn the demise of Asha Bhosle

Bollywood and cricket stars Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma lead tributes to legendary singer Asha Bhosle, who passed away at 92.

"Your voice touched millions": Virat Kohli, Anushka Sharma mourn the demise of Asha Bhosle
"Your voice touched millions and will live on forever in our hearts. - Virat Kohli"

Mumbai, April 12

Tributes have been pouring in for legendary singer Asha Bhosle ever since the news of her demise was broken on Sunday afternoon.

A while ago, star couple Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma took to their respective Instagram accounts and paid their condolences. "Rest in peace, Asha Bhosle ji. Your voice touched millions and will live on forever in our hearts. Om Shanti," Kohli posted.

Anushka also honoured Asha Bhosle's legacy.

"A voice that defined generations, Asha ji's legacy will always stay with us. Om Shanti." she wrote.

Born in 1933, Asha Bhosle began her musical journey at a young age and rose to prominence in the 1950s.

Over her career spanning decades, she recorded thousands of songs across multiple Indian languages, ranging from classical and ghazals to cabaret, pop, and folk. Her work with leading composers and filmmakers made her one of the most influential voices in Indian cinema.

She was honoured with awards, including the Dadasaheb Phalke Award and the Padma Vibhushan, and was recognised by the Guinness World Records in 2011 as the most-recorded artist in music history.

Asha Bhosle breathed her last on Sunday. She was 92.

Doctor Prateet Samdani of Breach Candy Hospital confirmed that the veteran singer had been dealing with multiple health issues and died due to organ failure.

Bhosle is survived by her son, Anand, and her grandchildren.

- ANI

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Rohit P
It's heartening to see younger icons like Virat and Anushka paying their respects. Asha ji's music truly transcended generations. Her versatility was unmatched – she could sing a soulful ghazal and a peppy disco number with equal ease. A golden voice has fallen silent.
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Aman W
While the tributes are beautiful, I wish the article had spent more time detailing her incredible journey and struggles rather than just focusing on the celebrity reactions. Her life story is more inspiring than any film.
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Sarah B
My introduction to Indian music was through Asha Bhosle's songs. Living abroad, her voice was a bridge to my culture. The Guinness World Record was so well-deserved. An era has ended.
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Karthik V
Om Shanti. Her voice will indeed live on forever. Every family function, every long drive – her songs are always playing. She gave us so much. 92 is a good age, but it still feels too soon. 😔
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Nisha Z
Padma Vibhushan, Dadasaheb Phalke, a world record... what a legacy! She worked with every great composer from O.P. Nayyar to R.D. Burman to A.R. Rahman. That's true greatness. My condolences to her family.

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