Asha Bhosle

Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle recently shared her concerns about modern relationships and the younger generation’s approach to marriage. During a conversation with spiritual leader Ravi Shankar, Asha questioned why so many young couples opt for divorce so quickly, without making enough effort to resolve their issues.

In today’s top entertainment news, Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh welcome their baby girl, celebrating at Siddhivinayak Temple. Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal observe their first Ganesh Chaturthi post-marriage. Tamannaah Bhatia opens up about motherhood fears, Alia Bhatt’s “Jigra” teaser drops, and Asha Bhosle reflects on creating her distinct musical legacy.

Celebrating her 91st birthday, Asha Bhosle revealed how she distinguished herself from her iconic sister Lata Mangeshkar in the music industry. Facing a career crisis due to their similar voices, she began experimenting with various vocal styles. This change allowed Asha to carve out a niche for herself, resulting in a prolific career spanning over 12,000 songs in multiple languages.

Asha Bhosle, at 91, reflected on her career, revealing that destiny led her to sing the entire Umrao Jaan soundtrack, earning her a National Film Award. She emphasized the importance of maintaining a positive outlook and distinct voice, and fondly recalled her creative partnership with late husband RD Burman.

Sudesh Bhonsale’s journey in music and mimicry began in a household rich with classical music and the arts, influenced by his mother, a classical singer, and his father, a painter. In an exclusive conversation with ETimes, Bhosale candidly shared the events which catapulted him into the spotlight during the golden age of Indian orchestras in the '70s and '80s, his association with Kishore Kumar, whom he considers his guru, admiration for Asha Bhosle and Amitabh Bachchan, who supported and encouraged him throughout his career, and his views on the current state of the music industry.

Shraddha Kapoor and Rahul Mody were dating for a while but it's only in June that Shraddha almost confirmed these rumours as she dropped a selfie with Rahul. However, soon after this, now it seems like the duo have broken up!

The new Bengali TV show 'Amar Sangi', starring Neel Bhattacharya and Shyamoupti Mudly, is set to premiere on August 12. The show’s theme song, penned by Srijato Bandyopadhyay and composed by Ishan Mitra, has been released. The story navigates the challenges the couple faces in life, focusing on love and societal expectations.

Asha Bhosle's biography, "Swaraswamini Asha," was launched in Mumbai, featuring contributions from 90 authors and rare photographs documenting her life. Actor Jackie Shroff attended the event, and a video of his affectionate interaction with Asha Bhosle has gone viral. In the video, Jackie greets her warmly, bows to touch her feet, and presents her with a small potted plant in his signature style. The video also features Bhosle's granddaughter, Zanai Bhosle, who is set to debut in "The Pride of Bharat – Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj." Another touching moment was when Sonu Nigam paid tribute by washing Asha Bhosle's feet with rose petals, captured in a viral video. Asha Bhosle, who has sung over 12,000 songs, continues to be celebrated for her contributions to music. On the work front, Jackie Shroff was last seen in the comedy-drama "Mast Mein Rehne Ka" with Neena Gupta, which premiered on Prime Video on December 8, 2023.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat met with Reliance chairman Mukesh Ambani at his residence, Antilia, in Mumbai. The meeting took place as the Ambani family prepares for Anant Ambani's grand wedding. Bhagwat reportedly joined the Ambani family for dinner during his visit. Earlier in the day, Bhagwat attended a book launch event celebrating legendary singer Asha Bhosle, who turned 90 last September. The RSS chief recently made the headlines after he advised the government to prioritise the crisis that has engulfed Manipur.

At Asha Bhosle's biography launch, Sonu Nigam honored her by washing her feet with rose petals. Jackie Shroff showed respect by touching her feet and gifting a plant. The event included dignitaries like RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat. Asha reminisced about VD Savarkar and her influences, noting Lata Mangeshkar's 2022 passing.

Shraddha Arya, known for her role in Kundali Bhagya, posted a fun dance video on Instagram to the song 'O Haseena Zulfon Wali' by Asha Bhosle.

Ali Merchant, known for TV shows like 'Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai' and 'Sadda Haq,' is preparing for his Bollywood debut while discussing the controversy over wedding performances and sharing insights from Neha Kakkar and Asha Bhosle.

When Shreya Ghoshal and Sunidhi Chauhan shared a selfie mid-flight, it caused excitement among their fans. Ghoshal's Instagram post with Sunidhi garnered attention, with Chauhan reciprocating the sentiment. Fans flooded the comments with praise, likening them to legendary singers. Chauhan's dynamic voice continues to captivate audiences worldwide, while Ghoshal's versatility and musical prowess have earned her widespread acclaim.

Amitabh Bachchan, alongside his son Abhishek Bachchan, was present at the esteemed Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Award ceremony on April 24, honoring his cinematic achievements. Instituted by the Mangeshkar family in memory of Lata Mangeshkar, the award annually recognizes individuals for their substantial societal contributions.

Amitabh Bachchan, AR Rahman, and Randeep Hooda set to receive prestigious awards including Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Puruskar. The ceremony, on April 24, will honor their remarkable contributions to society and their respective fields.

Akshay Raheja &IP Singh debut as composers for Rhea Kapoor's 'Crew,' reimagining classics like 'Sona Kitna Sona.' They discuss inspirations, challenges, and Asha Bhosle's comments. 'Dar Ba Dar' is their original composition.

Artiste Allen and guitarist Dave Lopez are in India for a performance in Delhi

Renowned singer Asha Bhosle criticized the trend of remixing old songs in Bollywood, citing examples like 'What Jhumka' in 'Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani'. She emphasized the lack of creativity among contemporary music directors and expressed her preference for vintage classics.

Amrita Rao discusses the evolving portrayal of women in Bollywood, challenges faced by women in the film industry, empowering experiences on film sets, the impact of movies on societal attitudes, and offers advice to aspiring actresses. She plans to celebrate International Women's Day by meeting Asha Bhosle ji.

Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant's pre-wedding festivities in Jamnagar have started with onstage performances. Shibani Dandekar sang 'Aaiye Meharbaan', Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone shared their final look, and Bollywood actors including Kareena Kapoor and Sonam Kapoor have arrived. The bash has different events and dress codes, lasting for three days.