"You will certainly be missed..." Shah Rukh Khan mourns the passing of Asha Bhosle

Mumbai, April 12, 2026: Asha Bhosle, a legendary singer in the Indian music industry, passed away today at the age of 92. She breathed her last at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai following a chest infection and multiple organ failure. Her demise has cast a pall of gloom across the entire nation, and her passing is being felt as the end of the 'Golden Era of Music' in the Indian film industry.
Asha Bhosle collaborated with a diverse range of music composers, including stalwarts like S.D. Burman and A.R. Rahman. In the Marathi film industry, she lent her voice to the compositions of Dattaram Davjekar, Shrinivas Khale, and Shridhar Phadke. Her voice graced actresses ranging from the likes of Madhubala and Meena Kumari to Tabu, Urmila Matondkar, and Aishwarya Rai. She shared her era with fellow legends such as Mohammed Rafi, Kishore Kumar, and Sudhir Phadke.
Shah Rukh Khan's Emotional Post:
Upon learning of her passing, Shah Rukh Khan paid an emotional tribute by sharing a throwback photograph on his official X (formerly Twitter) account. He wrote:
"Deeply saddened to learn of Ashatai's passing. Her voice has been a pillar of the Indian film industry and will continue to resonate across the world for centuries to come. A truly extraordinary talent that transcends generations. She always showered me with her blessings and love; I will certainly miss you. May your soul rest in peace, Ashatai... Love you very much."
Shah Rukh addressed Asha Bhosle affectionately as 'Ashatai' and described her voice as a 'pillar' of Indian cinema. He also expressed that her absence would be deeply felt. Following the passing of Asha Bhosle, numerous artists from both the Bollywood and Marathi film industries paid tribute to her via social media. Her son, Anand Bhosle, announced that her mortal remains would be kept at their residence for the final viewing tomorrow (April 13) at 11:00 AM, and the final rites would be performed at Shivaji Park at 4:00 PM.
Asha Bhosle's departure has left a profound void in the hearts of music lovers. Sentiments are being expressed that her timeless songs have brought joy to countless generations and will continue to do so for centuries to come.