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Asha Bhosle dies at 92 as India bids farewell to its last golden playback icons

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Published on 25 April 2026
Asha Bhosle dies at 92 as India bids farewell to its last golden playback icons

A five-singer legacy that shaped every decade

Asha Bhosle’s death at 92 marks the fading of India’s golden playback era. Alongside Lata Mangeshkar, Mohammed Rafi, Kishore Kumar and Mukesh, she helped define the sound of generations with songs that still linger in everyday life. Fans remember how their voices became the soundtrack to love, loss and celebration, even as time moves on.

  • Asha Bhosle has died at 92, ending a defining era
  • She was part of a legendary set with Lata, Rafi, Kishore and Mukesh
  • Their timeless music continues to resonate with fans today
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