Asha Mangeshkar was born in Sangli on 8th September into the musical family of Pandit Deenanath Mangeshkar. Deenanath was an actor and classical singer on the Marathi musical stage. When Bhosle was nine years old, her father died. 

In this pic, the melody queen is seen having a happy time with siblings Hridaynath Mangeshkar, Lata Mangeshkar, Usha Mangeshkar, and Meena Mangeshkar.

At the age of 16, she eloped with 31-year-old Ganpatrao Bhosle, marrying him against her family's wishes. They were parents to 3 kids, out of which 2 passed away.

That marriage led to Asha breaking ties with her family and causing major rift with sister Lata Mangeshkar. AFter her child's birth, they reconciled.

Bhosle married Rahul Dev Burman in 1980 after a protracted romance despite vehement opposition from Rahul's mother to their relationship.

This was the second marriage for both Rahul and Bhosle. Rahul, 6 years younger than her.

Asha Bhosle and R. D. Burman delivered some of Hindi cinema’s most iconic songs, from peppy hits like “Piya Tu Ab To Aaja” to timeless melodies like “Chura Liya Hai Tumne.”

Asha Bhosle and music composer OP Nayyar together have produced some very memorable hits. They had a fall out of sorts in 1970.

RD Burman was truly the wind beneath Asha's wings and this picture of them performing at a concert proves it.

Asha Bhosle and Mohammed Rafi shared a remarkable musical bond. From romantic melodies to playful tracks, songs like Abhi Na Jao Chhod Kar, O Haseena Zulfonwali, and Deewana Hua Badal remain evergreen classics loved across generations.

Asha Bhosle and Kishore Kumar shared an electrifying musical chemistry. Songs like O Saathi Re, Bhali Bhali Si Ek Surat, and Pyaar Mein Dil Pe Maar De Goli highlight their versatility and remain evergreen favourites.

Asha Bhosle and Madan Mohan collaborated on several soulful compositions that highlighted her expressive depth and versatility.

The singer's last rites will take place on April 13 with several Bollywood personalities arriving and paying last respects.

May her soul rest in peace!