"Asha Bhosle, who has died aged 92, was the best-known singer in India, an extraordinary artist whose career spanned over eight decades, during which she recorded about 12,000 songs."
"Though she was not on screen, her voice made her even more celebrated than those pretending to sing her songs. She also recorded extensively under her own name."
"She had, after all, played a key role in the massive success of the Indian film industry, providing some of Bollywood's best-loved songs, many of them written by her second husband, the celebrated composer RD Burman."
"One single concert could never give her enough time to show off the extraordinary variety of her massive recording output, which ranged from ghazals through to energetic dance tunes and pop."
Asha Bhosle was a renowned Indian playback singer who recorded approximately 12,000 songs over her eight-decade career. She gained fame for her playback singing in Bollywood films, where her voice often overshadowed the actors. Bhosle's influence extended beyond Asia, reaching Western audiences through collaborations with various artists. She performed at prestigious venues, including the Royal Albert Hall, where she was celebrated as a living legend. Her repertoire included songs in Hindi and over 20 other languages, showcasing her versatility across genres from ghazals to pop.
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