From ‘In Aankhon Ki Masti’ to ‘Do Lafzon Ki Hai Dil Ki Kahani’, these are the top-10 songs of Asha Bhosle; Know when the first song was sung. Asha Bhosle Death: Legendary Singer Passes Away at 92

Asha Bhosle Famous Songs, First Hindi Song: legendary singer Asha Bhosle Died today at the age of 92. His demise is an irreparable loss for the Indian film industry and music world. Asha Tai has recorded more than 12,000 songs so far, but do you know when and at what age she sang her first song. If not then let us know…

Asha Bhosle sang her first song in 1943 for the Marathi film ‘Majha Bal’. The lyrics of this song were- ‘Chala Chala Nav’

When did Asha Bhosle sing her first Hindi song?

Asha Bhosle’s first Hindi song in Bollywood was ‘Sawan Aaya’ from the film ‘Chunaria’ (1948). Her first solo Hindi song was recorded for ‘Raat Ki Rani’ (1949).

Which record is in the name of Asha Bhosle?

Asha Bhosle has sung between 12,000 to 12,500 songs in more than 20 languages. He also holds the Guinness World Record for recording the most number of songs in music history. Asha ji has given her voice to all types of songs like classical, pop, ghazal, bhajan, qawwali and cabaret. He is known for his versatile singing in the Indian music world.

10 most famous songs of Asha Bhosle

Asha ji has sung all types of songs from classical ghazal to pop and cabaret style. Some of his evergreen songs are:

• In Aankhon Ki Masti (Umrao Jaan, 1981): This ghazal shows the depth of his voice.
• Piya Tu Ab To Aaja (Caravan, 1971): This song made her the queen of ‘cabaret’ songs.
• Dum Maaro Dum (Hare Rama Hare Krishna, 1971): This was a revolutionary youth anthem of that time.
• Chura liya hai tumne jo dil ko (Yaadon Ki Baaraat, 1973): This is her most popular romantic song with Mohammed Rafi.
• Yeh Mera Dil Pyar Ka Deewana (Don, 1978): A very energetic and popular party song.
• Aao Huzoor Tumko (Kismat, 1968): This song, famous for its special delivery, is popular even today.
• Zara Sa Jhoom Loon Main (Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge, 1995): A huge hit of the 90’s.
• Do Lafzon Ki Hai Dil Ki Kahani (The Great Gambler, 1979): A beautiful and calm song.
• Dil Cheez Kya Hai (Umrao Jaan, 1981): The song was appreciated for its musical nuances.
• Ude Jab Jab Zulfen Teri (Naya Daur, 1957): A folk-based blockbuster song with Mohammed Rafi.

Which awards and honors did Asha Bhosle receive?

• Padma Vibhushan (2008): The second highest civilian honor given by the Government of India.
• Dadasaheb Phalke Award (2000): For his outstanding contribution to Indian cinema.
• National Film Awards: She won the Best Playback Singer award twice (for ‘Umrao Jaan’ in 1981 and for ‘Ijaazat’ in 1987).
• Filmfare Awards: She won the Best Playback Singer Award 7 times and was later given the Lifetime Achievement Award (2001).
• Guinness World Record: Her name has been recorded as the artiste who has recorded the most songs.
• Maharashtra Bhushan Awards (2020): Highest honor given by the Government of Maharashtra.

Was the journey of life easy?

• Asha Bhosle’s life and musical journey has been as melodious as it has been full of struggle. His early struggles and R.D. His pairing with Burman (Pancham Da) completely changed Indian music.
• Asha ji’s early life was full of challenges. When she was only 9 years old, her father Dinanath Mangeshkar passed away. The responsibility of the family fell on his elder sister Lata Mangeshkar and him.
• At the age of 16, she went against the wishes of her family and married Ganpatrao Bhosle (Lata ji’s secretary). This marriage was not successful and she had to leave home with her children at a very young age.
• Initially, Asha ji used to get those songs which were rejected by big singers (like Lata ji or Geeta Dutt). He was often considered the ‘second choice’, but with his hard work he created a distinct identity for himself.

R.D. A magical journey with Burman (Pancham Da)

• In the 1960s and 70s, the duo of Rahul Dev Burman and Asha Bhosle revolutionized the world of music. Pancham Da recognized the range of Asha ji’s voice. He made Asha ji sing those songs which had the flavor of western music (Jazz, Rock, Cabaret), like ‘Piya Tu Ab To Aaja’ and ‘Dum Maro Dum’. Both came close to each other during work and got married in 1980. This was the second marriage of both of them.
• R.D. Burman was always doing new experiments (like extracting music from glass bottles or combs) and Asha ji would bring those experiments to life with her voice. The song ‘Mera Kuch Saaman’ from the film ‘Ijaazat’ is still an example for music lovers.
• The duo of Asha ji and Pancham da gave more than 800 songs to Bollywood, which are still the favorite of every generation.