Amitabh Bachchan, who has seen Asha Bhosle's work closely over the years, paid her a heartfelt tribute. The legendary actor remembered the 92-year-old singer and mentioned that her passing has left him "in immense grief".
Asha Bhosle was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital on Saturday, April 12, due to a chest infection and exhaustion. She passed away on Sunday afternoon, her son Anand Bhosle confirmed, adding that her funeral will take place at Shivaji Park on Monday.
Amitabh Bachchan pays tribute to Asha Bhosle
Big B, as he is fondly called, took to his blog post and began by writing, "Sorrow and grief". He continued, "An entire era .. an incredible .. a phenominal, astounding, prodigious , presence … lost yesterday .. the iconic, legendary Asha Bhosle ji , has left us .. In immense grief."
He added, "Her versatility in giving life to every song she gave voice to .. gone to the heavens .. and has left us an entire encyclopedia of eternal music .. The body has left us .. but her soul shall remain forever with us .. Her voice - the soul, shall ever be immortalised." Take a look:
Asha Bhosle died on April 12, funeral held a day later
Asha Bhosle died on Sunday, April 12, at the age of 92 due to multiple organ failure, her family and doctors confirmed.
She had been admitted to Breach Candy Hospital on April 11 after suffering from a chest infection and exhaustion. Her granddaughter, Zanai Bhosle, had earlier shared on social media that treatment was underway.
Her son, Anand Bhosle, confirmed her passing and shared details about the final rites. People paid their last respects from 11 am at Casa Grande, Lower Parel, her residence. Her mortal remains are being taken for the last rites at Shivaji Park.
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