Crowds gather ahead of iconic Indian singer's funeral
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By Nikita Yadav
Published on April 13, 2026.
Legendary Indian singer Asha Bhosle, known for her iconic voice and performances, has died at the age of 92. The two-time Grammy nominee, whose career spanned nearly eight decades and thousands of recordings, died in Mumbai following a heart attack. Her last rites will take place on Monday evening at Shivaji Park in Mumbai city with full state honours. Her death has led to an outpouring of grief from across India and beyond, with political leaders, musicians, actors, and fans remembering her as one of the defining voices of Indian cinema. Key figures from the film industry and sport, including Shah Rukh Khan and Sachin Tendulkar, also paid tribute. Her voice moved easily from romantic ballads to high-energy numbers, and her strong presence in Bollywood inspired the 1997 Cornershop hit Brimful of Asha.
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