Full Name: Asha Bhosle
Nickname: Ashi, Asha Tai
Country/State: India
Date of Birth: 1933-09-08
Languages Known: Hindi, Marathi, Bengali, Gujarati, Kannada, Tamil, Telugu, Punjabi, English, and others
Zodiac Sign: Virgo
Food Habit: Vegetarian
Religion: Hinduism
Hobbies: Cooking, watching films, reading, listening to music
School: Not publicly
College: Not Public
Degrees Obtained: Not Public
Height: 152 cm
Weight: 55 kg
Parents: Father: Deenanath Mangeshkar Mother: Shevanti Mangeshkar
Siblings: Sister: Lata Mangeshkar (Legendary singer) Sisters: Meena Khadikar, Usha Mangeshkar
Marital Status: married
Wife: R. D. Burman (Music Composer)
Children: 2
Current Position: Playback Singer, Composer
Skills:
Net Worth: Estimated ₹200–250 crore (approximate public estimate)
Awards & Achievements: Padma Vibhushan (2008) Padma Bhushan (2000) Dadasaheb Phalke Award (2002) Numerous Filmfare Awards for Best Female Playback Singer Over 12,000 songs in multiple languages Known for pioneering the playback singing genre with a versatile voice that transcends genres
Asha Bhosle is one of India’s most iconic and versatile playback singers. Born on September 8, 1933, in a musical family, she began her career in the 1940s and rose to prominence in the 1950s and 1960s with legendary music composer R. D. Burman. Known for her ability to adapt to various genres of music, Asha has sung over 12,000 songs in more than 18 languages, including Hindi, Marathi, Bengali, and Punjabi.
From playback singing to ghazals, bhajans, and pop, she is revered for her voice versatility and longevity in the industry. Throughout her career, she has worked with some of the greatest music directors in the film industry and won numerous awards, including the prestigious Padma Vibhushan. Asha Bhosle’s contribution to Indian music has made her one of the most influential voices in the history of Indian cinema.
In 2026, Asha Bhosle continued to receive recognition for her lifetime achievements, with tributes and retrospectives celebrating her decades of contribution to Indian music.
She remained active in charity and cultural preservation projects, often supporting young talent in the music industry.
Asha’s voice was featured in several international musical events and she received global recognition for her contributions to world music, including performances at international festivals.
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