MUMBAI: Legendary Bollywood playback singer Asha Bhosle passed away on Sunday (12th April, 2026) at the age of 92 here in a medical facility where she was admitted a day ago.
Taking to the X, Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated: “Deeply saddened by the passing of Asha Bhosle Ji, one of the most iconic and versatile voices India has ever known. Her extraordinary musical journey, spanning decades, enriched our cultural heritage and touched countless hearts across the world.
“Be it her soulful melodies or vibrant compositions, her voice carried timeless brilliance. I’ll always cherish the interactions I’ve had with her. My condolences to her family, admirers and music lovers. She will continue to inspire generations and her songs will forever echo in people’s lives.”
Ashe Bhosle, who sung eleven thousand solo, duet and chorus in twenty Indian languages, holds a Guinness World Record (2011) for Most Studio Singles Recorded.
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