‘Asha Forever’: A R Rahman’s song released on Asha Bhosle’s 93rd birth anniversary

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Tuesday released “Asha Forever”, a song composed by renowned music director A R Rahman as a tribute to late playback singer Asha Bhosle on her 93rd birth anniversary.

Speaking at the event, Fadnavis described Bhosle as the epitome of boundless energy and enthusiasm, saying her passion and love for life were evident in her performances.

Rahman, Maharashtra Cultural Affairs Minister Ashish Shelar, Bhosle's granddaughter Janai Bhosle, members of the singer's family and others attended the event.

Fadnavis said Bhosle's life was filled with “joy, enthusiasm and vibrancy”, describing “Asha Forever” as a beautiful musical tribute to the legendary singer.

“Asha Ji's voice is an experience that can never fade. As long as her songs continue to be heard, she will remain forever in the hearts of music lovers. Such initiatives should be organised every year to cherish her memories,” he said.

Rahman described the song as a humble tribute to Bhosle.

“Asha Ji is the daughter of Maharashtra, India and the entire world. Her voice and musical legacy will live on forever,” he said.

Shelar said Bhosle shared an “unbreakable bond” with Marathi-speaking people in Maharashtra as well as music lovers across India and the world.

He noted that the singer had performed in Marathi and several other Indian and international languages, giving Indian music a distinct identity on the global stage.

Bhosle was born in Maharashtra's Sangli district on September 8, 1933. She died at a Mumbai hospital on April 12, 2026.