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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Shahana Yasmin

Asha Bhosle dead: Legendary Bollywood playback singer dies aged 92

Bollywood playback singer Asha Bhosle attends an event celebrating 'Marathi Bhasha Gaurav Diwas,' also known as Marathi Language Day, in Mumbai on February 27, 2025 - (AFP via Getty Images)

Asha Bhosle, a legendary singer who leant her voice to a generation of Bollywood movies and earned an unrivalled status in the playback industry, has died aged 92 following multiple organ failure.

She died in Mumbai on Sunday after being admitted to Breach Candy Hospital a day earlier. Her son Anand Bhosle confirmed her death to Indian media and said that members of the public would be able to pay their last respects at her residence from 11am on Monday.

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