Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle passed away on April 12, 2026, in Mumbai at the age of 92. She was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest and respiratory complications. Her son, Anand Bhosle, confirmed the news and said her last rites will be performed at Shivaji Park in Mumbai.
The news has sent shockwaves across the Indian film and music industry. Tributes began pouring in soon after the announcement. Artists, filmmakers, and public figures remembered her unmatched contribution to Indian music. Many described her passing as the end of a remarkable era in playback singing.
Karan Johar Postpones ‘Chand Mera Dil’ Song Release After Asha Bhosle Death
Filmmaker Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions has postponed the release of the title track of the upcoming film Chand Mera Dil following the death of Asha Bhosle. The song, featuring Ananya Panday and Lakshya Lalwani, was originally scheduled to release on April 13.
However, the makers decided to delay the release by a day as a mark of respect for the legendary singer. The new release date is now April 14.
In an official statement, the production house said, “In honour of a legacy that has shaped generations, and with deep respect for the passing of the legendary Asha Bhosle, we are pushing the release of the Chand Mera Dil title track by a day.”
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Has Karan Johar Ever Worked With Asha Bhosle?
Karan Johar has never directly collaborated with Asha Bhosle in his own films. However, her voice has been part of projects linked to his career journey.
He worked as an assistant director on Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, which featured the hit song “Zara Sa Jhoom Loon Main” sung by her. In his own filmmaking career, Johar has mostly worked with singers like Alka Yagnik, Shreya Ghoshal, and Arijit Singh.
Still, Johar has often expressed deep admiration for Asha Bhosle. His 2023 film Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani featured “What Jhumka,” a modern recreation inspired by her iconic song “Jhumka Gira Re.” He has also publicly called himself a “massive fan” of her voice and versatility.
Asha Bhosle And Her Journey In Indian Music
Asha Bhosle’s journey in music began when she was just ten years old. She started singing to support her family. In her early career, she often got smaller or less popular songs, while her sister Lata Mangeshkar became a leading voice in playback singing.
However, she slowly built her own identity through versatility and experimentation. Her breakthrough came in the 1950s with composer O.P. Nayyar, especially with the hit song “Uden Jab Jab Zulfein Teri” in 1957.
In the 1970s, her partnership with R.D. Burman changed Hindi film music. Songs like “Dum Maro Dum” and “Piya Tu Ab To Aaja” gave her a bold and modern image.
She continued to evolve across decades. She won national recognition for her soulful performance in Umrao Jaan (1981), including “Dil Cheez Kya Hai.” Later, she impressed audiences with experimental work like “Mera Kuchh Saamaan” in 1987.
In the 1990s and 2000s, she remained relevant with hits like “Rangeela Re” and “Radha Kaise Na Jale” from Lagaan. Over her career, she recorded more than 12,000 songs in over 20 languages.
She was also recognised by the Guinness World Records as one of the most recorded artists in history. Her voice became a defining part of Indian cinema, spanning generations of actors and changing musical trends.
About Chand Mera Dil
Chand Mera Dil is an upcoming romantic drama directed by Vivek Soni and produced by Dharma Productions. The film stars Ananya Panday as Chandni and Lakshya as Aarav. It follows the story of two engineering students whose campus romance faces emotional challenges and a tragic turn.
The film is scheduled for a theatrical release on May 22, 2026.
