Asha Bhosle's Family Performs Final Rites in Varanasi
Asha Bhosle's son Anand and granddaughter Zanai visit Varanasi to perform final rites, immerse her ashes in the Ganga
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Asha Bhosle, the legendary Indian singer, passed away at 92 on April 12. Her son Anand and granddaughter Zanai performed the final rites and immersed her ashes in the Ganges in Varanasi, following traditional customs. Zanai shared a heartfelt tribute on social media expressing her profound loss.
- 01Asha Bhosle died on April 12, 2023, at the age of 92.
- 02Her ashes were immersed in the Ganges in Varanasi on April 20.
- 03Zanai Bhosle shared an emotional tribute on Instagram.
- 04Asha received state honors during her funeral.
- 05The family was visibly emotional during the final rites.
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Asha Bhosle, an iconic figure in Indian music, passed away at the age of 92 on April 12, 2023, due to multi-organ failure at Mumbai's Breach Candy Hospital. Following her death, her son Anand Bhosle and granddaughter Zanai Bhosle traveled to Varanasi on April 20 to perform the asthi visarjan, immersing her ashes in the sacred Ganges River. Pictures and videos shared on social media captured the poignant moment, with Zanai visibly emotional as she participated in the rites. She expressed her grief in a heartfelt Instagram tribute, reflecting on the deep bond they shared. Asha was honored with state tributes during her funeral, where her casket was wrapped in the Indian flag and adorned with white lilies. The final rites took place at Shivaji Park crematorium in Dadar, Mumbai, with many fans and admirers expressing their condolences following the news of her passing.
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