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Some people have multi-talented qualities, they make a name for themselves through their talents. Today I will tell you the name of one such Indian artist, who was a popular music artist at one time, and on the other hand, an entrepreneur, actress and television personality. Her music genres were pop, folk music and Indian classical music.
More or less elderly people have understood who I am talking about by now, it is none other than the one and only Asha Bhosle. Greetings, everyone. I hope you are well, today we are going to talk about this great artist. Whose sister was Lata Mangeshkar, whom the whole world knows. Let’s get started.
Birth and lineage:
Asha Bhosle was born on September 8, 1933 in a Marathi Brahmin family located in Pune. She was the third child of Pandit Dinanath Mangeshkar and Shevanti Mangeshkar. Her father was a famous classical singer and stage artist. She and her four siblings were trained in classical music from an early age. Although she acted as a child artist in Marathi films, she later chose singing as a profession. After the sudden death of her father in 1942, Asha and Lata Mangeshkar started singing and acting to support the family.
| Field | Details |
| Name | Asha Bhosle |
| Date of Birth | September 8, 1933 |
| Birthplace | Pune |
| Father’s Name | Pandit Dinanath Mangeshkar |
| Mother’s Name | Shevanti Mangeshkar |
| Father’s Profession | Classical singer and stage artist |
| Siblings | 4 |
| Early Training | Classical music |
| Chosen Profession | Singing |
Asha Bhosle’s married life:
Asha was commissioned to sing a Marathi song at the age of 10. The song was called ‘Chala-Chala Nab Bala’. At the age of 16, she married Lata Mangeshkar’s secretary Ganpat Rao despite her family’s opposition. However, the marriage did not last long. She returned to her maternal home with her two children. In 1980, she met Rahul Dev Burman and they married. They lived a happy married life until RD Burman’s death in 1994.
In 1966, she gained popularity by singing a duet for music director RD Burman in the film ‘Tisri Manzil’. According to reports, when Asha Ji heard the dance song “Aja Aja”, she thought that she would not be able to sing this western tune. She took it as a challenge and rehearsed it for about 10 days and along with “Aja Aja” she sang songs like “O Hasina Zulfonwali” and “O Mere Sona Re” which became successful songs and gained different recognition. Asha Ji’s collaboration with RD Burman resulted in several hit songs.
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Asha Bhosle 1960s – 70s:
She also sang for Hindi film actress and dancer Helen in the 1960s-70s. Other famous songs include “Piya Tu Ab To Aja” (Caravan) and “Yeh Mera Dil” (Don) etc.
She won her first National Film Award for Ghazal. A few years later, she won the National Award for the song “Mera Kuch Saman” from the film Ijazat (1987).
Not only that, he also sang for actress Urmila Matondkar in the film Rangeela in 1995. The songs he sang were ‘Tanha Tanha’ and ‘Rangeela Re’. “Radha Kase Na Jale” from Lagaan (2001), “Kambakht Ishq” from Pyaar Tune Kya Kiya (2001), “Yeh Lamha” from Filhal (2002), and “Lucky 20”.
Asha Bhosle’s popular songs one after another:
Some of the songs of OP Nair and Asha Bhosle are “Aaye Meherbaan” based on Madhubala (Howrah Bridge, 1958) and “Yeh Hai Reshmi Zulfon Ka Andhera”, (Mere Sanam, 1965). “Ao Huzoor Tumko” (Kismat) and “Jaiye Aap Kahan” (Mere Sanam) etc. For several hit films, they also recorded songs like Tumsa Na Dekha (1957), Ek Musafir Ek Hasina (1962), and Kashmir Ki Kali (1964). Nair also used Mohammad Rafi and Asha Ji as duets for some of the most popular duet songs like “Ude Jab Zulfin Teri” (Naya Daur), “Main Pyaar Ka Rahi Hoon” (Ek Musafir Ek Hasina), “Deewana Hua Badal” and “Isharon Isharon Me” (Kashmir Kali). Ashaji’s last song for OP Nair was ‘Pran Jaye Par Bachan Na Jaye’ (1974).
Asha Bhosle spending some time alone with her husband:
Once Asha and her husband RD Burman were enjoying a quiet evening on the banks of the Hooghly River. At that time, boatmen were singing songs on their way home. Suddenly, Burman’s excited voice broke the silence and said, “Let’s go, Asha, we have found our song!” That evening, on the banks of the Hooghly River, she got inspiration for a melody that became the song ‘Do Lafjo Ki Hai Dil Ki Kahani, Ya Hai Mohabbat, Ya Hai Jawani’ from the Amitabh Bachchan-Zeenat Aman film The Great Gambler.
Asha Bhosle has received multiple awards:
The renowned singer Asha Bhosle was a versatile artist. She has been repeatedly praised for the versatility of her voice. She can add new life and energy to any performance. Be it ghazals, cabaret songs, qawwali, classical music, or Rabindra Sangeet. Ashaji has sung in over 1000 Hindi films. She has also sung in some regional films and has sung in over 20 Indian and foreign languages. Her voice has the sweetness, power, tone and depth of a youth. In 2011, the Guinness Book of World Records recognised Asha Bhosle as the most recorded artist in the history of music, having recorded over 12,000 songs. She was awarded the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2000 and the Padma Vibhushan in 2008.
In 2005, she was nominated for a Grammy Award for the second time. This time, the album was titled ‘You Have Stolen My Heart – Songs from RD Burman’s Bollywood’ in collaboration with the Kronos Quartet. The following year, when David Harrington of the Grammy-winning band Kronos Quartet introduced Asha Bhosle at New York’s legendary Carnegie Hall, she said, “It’s like introducing an Indian version of Elvis to a new generation.” She has since been honoured with nine Filmfare Awards, two National Awards, the Dadasaheb Phalke Award, and the Padma Vibhushan. Renowned composer Naushad Ali said, “Time has not left its mark on Asha’s voice, she is literally timeless.”
Asha and Lata’s relationship
The late Lata Mangeshkar had said in an interview about Asha’s marriage, “Yes, I felt it was too soon. My heart told me it would end badly. It did. But it was her life. And she had complete freedom to make her own decisions. In our family, no one questions anyone’s decisions.”
Asha also said about her sister, ‘Asha and I are very close. Now we don’t meet every day because she lives far away with her son Anand. Earlier, she used to live right next to me. There was even a door between our apartments in Prabhu Kunj. I know many people might find it hard to believe. But it is true. Yes, we had some problems in the past? Which sibling doesn’t? She did something at a young age that I couldn’t accept.’
Other facts
Asha Bhosle is an excellent cook and cooking is one of her favourite hobbies. In an interview with The Times of India, when she was asked what would have happened if her singing career had not taken off, she said, “I would have become a cook. I would have cooked for four houses and earned money.” Due to her love for cooking, she entered into a successful restaurant business. She runs restaurants in Dubai and Kuwait called Asha’s. The others are located in Khaldia Mall in Abu Dhabi, Villagio in Doha, and City Center Mall in Bahrain, Cairo, Egypt.
Asha Bhosle FAQ
What is the tragedy of Asha Bhosle?
- The death of his daughter Varsha Bhosle, who committed suicide in 2012.
Did Asha Bhosle get married?
- Yes, Asha Bhosle was married twice.
What happened to Asha Bhosle’s daughter?
- committed suicide on October 8, 2012, by shooting herself in the head at her Peddar Road residence in Mumbai.
How old is Asha Bhosle?
- 91 years
What was Asha Bhosle’s first song?
- She sang her first song “Chala Chala Nav Bala” for the Marathi movie Majha Bal (1943).
Why is Asha Bhosle famous?
- Famous for her soprano voice and often credited for her versatility.
What are the names of Asha Bhosle’s father and mother?
- Pandit Dinanath Mangeshkar and Shevanti Mangeshkar.
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