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Asha Bhosle Passes Away: PM Narendra Modi, Karan Johar And Others Remember Singing Legend
IDIVA | April 12, 2026 7:40 PM CST

Asha Bhosle’s passing has left a void in the industry, one that’ll never be filled. Ever since the news of her demise came out, everyone in the industry, politicians, and other known figures have taken to social media to pay their tributes and remember the legendary singer.

From PM Narendra Modi to Karan Johar and Mamata Banerjee, everyone is remembering the melody queen.

PM Narendra Modi, Karan Johar and others remember Asha Bhosle

Singer Chinmayi Sripaada shared a picture of Asha Bhosle on X and wrote, "Can anything I say ever be good enough to describe her greatness? Is there anything at all that she couldn’t do? The true trailblazer - showed us all how it is done."

KJo, meanwhile, took to Instagram as he shared a photo and wrote, "To say we have lost a legend today would be an understatement. Asha ji was unlike any other, a voice that defined not only one generation but across a span of cinematic universe! I was and have been the massive fan of her voice, her art, her personality…Asha ji, your music will live on forever and we are blessed to experience the magic you have left behind forever! Rest in peace and power."

Asha Bhosle wasn’t just a popular singer for Hindi songs, but has also lent her voice across languages, including Tamil, Marathi, Telugu, and more.

Actor Jr NTR also paid his condolences and wrote, "Her magical voice was the heartbeat of Indian cinema for decades and touched millions of hearts. She leaves behind a legacy that will live on for generations and will always be remembered with respect and love. My deepest condolences to her family. Om Shanti."

Akshay Kumar wrote, "No words can convey the loss I feel at Asha Bhosle ji's demise. Unki surili awaaz hamesha ke liye amar rahegi. Om Shanti (sic)."

Raveena Tandon also paid her tribute as she shared a post and wrote, "Today marks an irreplaceable loss - the deepest loss to the industry and to me personally, from childhood to now. Her biggest fan ever. Nobody, nobody like her. Ashaji, you leave behind a legacy of music and sound that no one in the world could compare to. The greatest era of music ends here."

Madhur Bhandarkar, meanwhile, spoke to ANI and said, "I am deeply saddened that Asha Tai, a singer who was so renowned worldwide and sang so many songs, is no longer with us. She inspired so many generations over the years. As a filmmaker, I had the opportunity to work with her. She sang many songs in the films...She will be missed."

Shruti Haasand also shared a photo from her childhood and wrote, “So many beautiful memories of you visiting our home in Chennai. May you sing with the angels.”

PM Narendra Modi had expressed his concern about the singer’s health earlier. Paying his tribute, he shared on X, "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."

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee also took to social media and wrote, "Profoundly saddened by the demise of the great musical genius Asha Bhosle. She has been an inspiring and mesmerising singer who reigned over our hearts for generations. She sang many Bengali songs too, and is incredibly popular in Bengal also. We could confer our highest civilian award 'Bangabibhushan' on her in 2018. My heartfelt condolences to her family and fraternity and millions of her fans all over the world."

May her soul rest in peace.

Lead and social image credits: Instagram

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