Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle passed away in Mumbai on Sunday at the age of 92, marking the end of an era in Indian music. She died at Breach Candy Hospital, where she had been admitted on Saturday evening following extreme exhaustion and a chest infection. The entire film fraternity is in a state of shock after learning about her demise. From Akshay Kumar to Raveena Tandon, actors paid tribute to her.
Bollywood celebs mourn Asha Bhosle’s demise
Actor Akshay Kumar took to his official social media handle to offer his tribute to the late singer. He wrote, “No words can convey the loss I feel at Asha Bhosle ji’s demise. Unki surili awaaz hamesha ke liye amar rahegi. Om Shanti (sic).”
No words can convey the loss I feel at Asha Bhosle ji’s demise. Unki surily awaaz hamesha hamesha ke liye amar rahegi. Om Shanti 🙏 pic.twitter.com/GNEl7QFt8M
— Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) April 12, 2026
Actress Raveena Tandon also mourned the loss, saying, “Today marks an irreplaceable loss — the deepest loss to the industry and to me personally, from childhood to now. Her biggest fan ever. Nobody, nobody like her. Ashaji, you leave behind a legacy of music and sound that no one in the world could compare to. The greatest era of music ends here.”
Filmmaker Karan Johar revealed that he has always been a fan of Asha Bhosle’s voice in an emotional post that read, “To say we have lost a legend today would be an understatement. Asha ji was unlike any other — a voice that defined not only one generation but spanned the entire cinematic universe. I have always been a massive fan of her voice, her art, her personality… Asha ji, your music will live on forever, and we are blessed to experience the magic you have left behind. Rest in peace and power.”
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Veteran actress Neetu Kapoor also shared a photo of Asha Bhosle on her Instagram Stories, along with the text, “End of an era — RIP,” followed by broken heart and folded hands emoticons.
Hema Malini also remembered her beloved Asha Tai and wrote, “I just can’t believe how some one so full of life, she who lent so much vivacity and character to her songs has left us grieving.”
Jr NTR also expressed sorrow.
Deeply saddened by the news of Asha Bhosle ji’s passing. Her magical voice was the heartbeat of Indian cinema for decades and touched millions of hearts. She leaves behind a legacy that will live on for generations and will always be remembered with respect and love. My deepest… pic.twitter.com/U81F2NBBeD
— Jr NTR (@tarak9999) April 12, 2026
Anupamaa fame Sudhanshu Pandey shared a glimpse of his last meeting with Asha ji and penned a heartfelt note.
Musicians like Shankar Mahadevan and Harshdeep Kaur also remembered her.
More about Asha Bhosle
Confirming the cause of death, Dr Pratit Samdani said, “Asha Bhosle breathed her last today at Breach Candy Hospital. She passed away due to multi-organ failure.”
Her son, Anand Bhosle, confirmed the news and shared details of the final rites, saying, “My mother passed away today. People can pay their last respects to her at 11 am tomorrow at Casa Grande, Lower Parel, where she lived. Her last rites will be performed at 4 pm tomorrow at Shivaji Park.”
