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Legendary Indian singer Asha Bhosle dies aged 92

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Apr 12 Evening

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The Guardian - World NewsApr 12

Legendary Indian singer Asha Bhosle dies aged 92

Asha Bhosle, the iconic Indian singer known for her extensive work in Bollywood music, has died at the age of 92 in Mumbai. Bhosle, a two-time Grammy nominee, passed away on Sunday after being hospitalized with exhaustion and a chest infection. Over her nearly eight-decade career, she recorded approximately 12,000 songs, embracing diverse genres and establishing a unique musical identity. Born into a musical family, Bhosle received the Dadasaheb Phalke award in 2001 and collaborated with artists globally. Beyond her musical achievements, she also founded the Asha's restaurant chain. Her death has prompted tributes from figures like Prime Minister Narendra Modi, recognizing her significant contribution to Indian culture.

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Asha Bhosle died aged 92.

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Bhosle had been admitted to hospital in Mumbai with complaints of “extreme exhaustion” and chest infection.

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Bhosle recorded about 12,000 songs.

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Her last rites will be held tomorrow at Shivaji Park in Mumbai.

— Anand Bhosle

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She received the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke award in 2001 and two Grammy nominations.

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Apr 12 Morning

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BBC News - WorldApr 12

Asha Bhosle: The sound of Bollywood dies aged 92

Asha Bhosle, the celebrated Bollywood singer, has died in Mumbai at the age of 92 after suffering a heart attack. Bhosle was a cultural icon whose career spanned eight decades and included over 12,000 songs, defining the sound of Bollywood for generations. Known for her versatility and distinctive voice, she sang for countless films, with notable works in movies like "Teesri Manzil" and "Umrao Jaan." Her death has prompted tributes from figures like Prime Minister Narendra Modi and composer Shankar Mahadevan, recognizing her significant contribution to India's cultural heritage. Bhosle carved her own musical path, distinct from her sister Lata Mangeshkar, who died in 2022.

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Al JazeeraApr 12

Legendary Indian Bollywood singer Asha Bhosle dies aged 92

Asha Bhosle, the legendary Indian playback singer known for defining Bollywood music, died in Mumbai at the age of 92. She passed away on Sunday at Breach Candy Hospital, where she was being treated for exhaustion and a chest infection. Bhosle recorded over 12,000 songs in multiple Indian languages during her seven-decade career. Born in 1933, she began singing as a child and became a versatile and celebrated voice, distinct from her sister Lata Mangeshkar. Bhosle received the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2001 and earned two Grammy nominations. Her death has prompted tributes from prominent figures, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Droupadi Murmu, as well as fellow musicians.

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Asha Bhosle, a legendary Bollywood singer, has died aged 92.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi called her "one of the most iconic and versatile voices India has ever known."

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Bhosle carved her own musical path distinct from her sister Lata Mangeshkar, who died in 2022.

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Asha Bhosle died in Mumbai aged 92.

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Bhosle recorded more than 12,000 songs in multiple Indian languages over a seven-decade career.

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