Global Edition
Global Edition
UK Edition
EU Edition
US Edition

Understand the story, not the spin.

Markets

Asha Bhosle Hospitalized After Cardiac Arrest

Published 11 April 2026

Mumbai, India - Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital here on Saturday after suffering a cardiac arrest, prompting widespread concern among fans and the music industry.

The 92-year-old artist, known for her versatile voice across decades of Indian cinema, was rushed to the south Mumbai facility in the evening. Hospital sources and doctor Pratit Samdani confirmed the cardiac episode occurred earlier that day, and Bhosle is receiving treatment in the Emergency Medical Services unit. Her granddaughter, Zanai Bhosle, provided the first family update via social media, stating that the admission stemmed from extreme exhaustion and a chest infection. "Treatment is ongoing and hopefully everything will be well and we shall update you positively," Zanai wrote, while requesting privacy for the family.

While some reports described Bhosle's condition as critical, others indicated it is stable under close medical monitoring. No detailed health bulletin has been issued by the hospital or family as of Sunday, with further updates expected as doctors continue to oversee her care.

Bhosle, the younger sister of the late iconic singer Lata Mangeshkar, began her...

Now playing
0:00 / 0:00