Asha Bhosle death: Farhan Akhtar sings Dum Maro Dum at college event

As tributes poured in for legendary singer Asha Bhosle, actor-singer-director Farhan Akhtar had his own way of remembering the late singer. He paid a heartfelt tribute to the legendary singer during a recent show in Punjab at Lovely Professional University (LPU), where he performed her iconic song Dum Maro Dum, which drew loud cheers from the audience. 

Farhan Akhtar pays tribute to Asha Bhosle

Farhan took to Instagram to share a glimpse from the event, where he also praised the younger students for showing deep respect and admiration for the veteran singer. Farhan wrote, “In memory of the legend herself. A glimpse from last night at lpuuniversity when all of us came together to pay Asha ji a tribute. Unfortunately, the audio recording isn’t the best, but it was incredible to see young students in the thousands show their love and respect for her music. To celebrate her is the best way to remember her.”

Earlier, Farhan had mourned the loss of Asha on social media with a long note in which he said it was impossible to talk about playback singing without mentioning Asha Bhosle. He added that her pitch-perfect voice, joy of singing, and fiery energy were, and will always remain, irreplaceable.

Farhan wrote, “Every industry is founded on and built around pillars.. those giants who set the gold standard through their talent, their work ethic and their accomplishments. People who unconsciously create legacies and in turn, inspire innumerable others to follow their dreams. Thank you for the decades upon decades of music and memories Asha ji. Rest in peace. Deepest condolences to the family.”

Asha Bhosle death

Asha Bhosle was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai on Saturday, April 11, 2026, after complaining of chest infection and severe exhaustion. She was critical and was undergoing treatment there. She died on Sunday, April 12, after suffering from multiple organ failure, the doctors treating her confirmed. She breathed her last at the age of 92.

Her mortal remains were kept open for public viewing at her home in Lower Parel on Monday morning, following which she was cremated with full state honours at Shivaji Park on April 13.