Asha Bhosle funeral Highlights: Legendary singer cremated, son Anand Bhosle performs last rites

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Shaan sang 'Abhi Na Jao Chhod Kar' for Asha Bhosle at her funeral. After the last rites were performed, he said, "Asha ji will be with us always, her voice, her thoughts would keep us inspiring, nobody was like her, she would be stubborn and led the life on her terms, despite the tragedies, she lived with a positive mindset, did work professionally, she would spread love, she would talk from heart, she would also scold and also compliment. My biggest achievement has been that she would consider me as one of her favourite singers, it is a big thing for me. She continued to impart about singing, she would assess the singing, she had an ear for the music. Her songs are with us, if anyone understands even 10 pc of it, they would become a music person."

Asha Bhosle was given a final farewell with state honours. She was cremated as per the rituals. Her son Anand Bhosle lit the funeral pyre.

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Former Asutralian cricketer Bret Lee shared a heartfelt post for the late singer: 

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis arrived at the crematorium.

Vicky Kaushal arrived at the crematorium. He was seen offering his condolences to Zanai Bhosle, Asha Bhosle's granddaughter. 

Aamir Khan and Vicky Kaushal arrived together for Asha Bhosle's last rites at Shivaji Park crematorium.

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The mortal remains of veteran singer Asha Bhosle have reached the Shivaji Park crematorium in Dadar, Mumbai. Her last rites will be performed shortly.

Along with family members, a large number of fans have gathered at the crematorium to pay their final respects.

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Veteran lyricist-screenwriter Javed Akhtar condoled the death of Asha Bhosle. He wrote on X, "Asha ji is gone but has left a huge musical treasure behind her . As long as there is love romance , seductiveness , and zest for life her songs will make us feel alive . Asha ji ‘s most recorded voice in the world ( according to Guinness book of records ) will live on forever and ever."

Mortal remains of legendary singer taken for last rites at Shivaji Park. Crowds gather on the streets, fans and well-wishers bid an emotional farewell as her final journey begins.

Veteran actress Helen arrived to bid farewell to Asha Bhosle at Shivaji Park crematorium in Mumbai.

Mortal remains of Asha Bhosle, wrapped in tricolour, are being taken to Shivaji Park crematorium for the last rites.

Actor Vivek Oberoi visited the Mumbai residence of the late singer Asha Bhosle to pay his last respects.

Veteran Bollywood actor Amitabh Bachchan paid his final respects to legendary singer Asha Bhosle. In his blog, the actor wrote, "Sorrow and grief..An entire era .. an incredible.. a phenominal, astounding, prodigious, presence… lost yesterday.. the iconic, legendary Asha Bhosle ji,has left us.. In immense grief.. 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.. In immense grief."

Anupamaa actor Rupali Ganguly remembered veteran singer Asha Bhosle on Monday, April 13, 2026. Sharing an old video, the actress wrote, "A part of my childhood feels lost today. Moments with her will be remembered …cherished….missed …Her kind words were the blessings I will carry in my heart forever Asha Tai, your absence hurts deeply…. Legends live on forever Asha bhosle."

The Maharashtra Cabinet today paid tribute to legendary singer Asha Bhosle. To honour her enduring legacy, the Cabinet has decided to approve a proposal to establish a charitable trust or social organisation in her name. This state-supported initiative will be dedicated to social and cultural welfare programmes, with the aim of carrying forward her spirit of service.

Singer Javed Ali and Bollywood actor Jackie Shroff visited veteran singer's home in Mumbai to pay their final respects. 

Actor Jackie Shroff visited the Mumbai home of Asha Bhosle to pay her final homage. 

BMC authorities prepared a remembrance board of playback legend Asha Bhosle for the preparations in Mumbai. 

An artist paid tribute to Padma Vibhushan and Maharashtra Bhushan Asha Bhosle by painting a portrait of the veteran singer. She passed away on Sunday, April 12, at the age of 92 in Mumbai.

Meena Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle's sister, arrived to pay her final respects to the singer.

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray, his wife Rashmi Thackeray, and leader Aaditya Thackeray arrived to pay their last respects to Asha Bhosle at her residence in Mumbai.

Actor Deepti Naval on Monday penned a heartfelt note for Asha Bhosle. She wrote, "Farewell dear Ashaji...There will never, never be another glorious voice like yours! You have been an integral part of our lives and will remain, till the end of time. We love you, will forever miss you...RIP..."

Actor Riteish Deshmukh visited the singer's home to pay a heartfelt tribute.

Indian former international cricketer Sachin Tendulkar arrived with his wife Anjali to pay tribute to legendary singer Asha Bhosle. He was seen offering condolences to the grieving family.

Actress Tabu was seen emotional as she reached the veteran singer's residence to pay her last respects.

In view of the Asha Bhosle's funeral, the BMC and local administration have stepped up preparations at the crematorium. Large banners have been put up outside for those coming to pay tribute, and a pandal has also been set up. The area where the final rites will be performed has been decorated with flowers, while the entire premises have been neatly arranged with white drapes.

Following the demise of veteran singer Asha Bhosle, her last rites will be performed today (April 13) at Bhogojekir Hindu Crematorium in Dadar, Mumbai. The funeral is scheduled to take place at 4 PM.

The mortal remains of legendary singer Asha Bhosle were wrapped in the tricolour as fans and well-wishers gathered at her Mumbai residence to pay their last respects on Monday, April 13, 2026.

Actors Vidya Balan and Urmila Matondkar visited veteran singer Asha Bhosle's Mumbai residence Sunday night to offer their condolences. 

In her singing career spanning over eight decades, Asha Bhosle collaborated several times with her sister Lata Mangeshkar. Their famous compositions include Mann Kyon Behka Re, Jab Jab Tumne Bulaya, Tum Aur Yaad Aaye, and others. Read the full story here.

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Sunday visited legendary singer Asha Bhosle's residence to pay his last respects.

Singer Neeti Mohan expressed her grief over the demise of Asha Bhosle. She shared a black-and-white photo of herself with the singer on Instagram and wrote, "Thank you Asha Ji for blessings us with your voice, outstanding music and unforgettable songs. Your voice will forever echo in our hearts. Om Shanti."

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences on the demise of legendary singer Asha Bhosle. In a post on X, he wrote, "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."

Music maestro AR Rahman visited Asha Bhosle's residence to pay his last respects.

According to Asha Bhosle's son, Anand Bhosle, people can pay their last respects at the Casa Grande building from 10:30 AM to 2:00 PM.

In an old podcast, Asha Bhosle shared her heartfelt dying wish, saying, "When my time finally comes, i should be singing. I want to leave this world with a song on my lips, because that is where I have found my greatest happiness."

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Preparations for the last rites of legendary singer Asha Bhosle are underway at Mumbai's Shivaji Park crematorium.

According to the doctors who treated her, Asha Bhosle died due to multiple organ failure. The 92-year-old singer was admitted to Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital on Saturday (April 12) after experiencing a chest infection and extreme exhaustion, as revealed by her granddaughter Zanai Bhosle.

Famous sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik paid tribute to Asha Bhosle by creating a sand art at Puri Beach.

Ranveer Singh paid heartfelt tribute to National award winning singer Asha Bhosle. Sharing a picture of himself with her, he wrote, "Irreplaceable, incomparable #ashabhosle (Om emoji)."

Asha Bhosle's son, Anand Bhosle, has urged people to avoid crowding at the Shivaji Park crematorium during the funeral. While addressing the media, he requested the public not to gather there due to the possibility of overcrowding. 

While paying tribute to legendary singer Asha Bhosle, Maharashtra Minister Ashish Shelar said that she will be cremated with full state honours. "Tomorrow, from 11 am to 3 pm, her loved ones will be able to pay their last respects at her home in Lower Parel. Her last rites will be performed at the Shivaji Park crematorium at 4 pm. She will be cremated with full state honours."

The legendary singer Asha Bhosle died at the age of 92 on Sunday (April 12) due to multiple organ failure. The singer had been admitted to Breach Candy Hospital after experiencing extreme exhaustion and a chest infection. She will be cremated with full state honours today, April 13, 2026.