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Asha Bhosle Cremated With State Honours; Stars Absent
15 Apr
Summary
- Asha Bhosle cremated with full state honours in Mumbai.
- Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan missed the funeral due to security.
- Both stars paid tribute to the legendary singer online.
The legendary Indian singer Asha Bhosle was laid to rest with full state honours on Monday at a crematorium in Mumbai. The funeral was attended by family, friends, film personalities, and politicians, who gathered to pay their final respects.
Bollywood's biggest stars, Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan, were notably absent from the ceremony. Reports suggest that despite being in Mumbai, they opted out due to security concerns and potential crowd management issues at the high-profile event.
While unable to attend in person, both actors honored Asha Bhosle on social media. Salman Khan shared a poignant message on his X handle, expressing his heartbreak and calling her an irreplaceable voice. Shah Rukh Khan also posted a heartfelt tribute, recognizing Bhosle as one of the pillars of Indian cinema and a source of blessings.
Asha Bhosle's prolific career included singing several iconic songs for Salman Khan's movies, such as 'Lucky Lips' and 'Hai Hai Mirchi.' Shah Rukh Khan fondly recalled her showering him with love and blessings, emphasizing that her talent would outlive many.
