AR Rahman Honours Late Asha Bhosle On World Music Day 2026; Shares Teaser Of Tribute Project- Watch

AR Rahman and the legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle have shared a historic collaborative history, producing iconic Bollywood chartbusters. Following Bhosle’s passing in April 2026, Rahman unveiled a special posthumous tribute song honouring her immortal legacy. On World Music Day, Rahman released the teaser for a landmark tribute track featuring Asha ji. Recorded before her passing, the emotional project is one of her final vocal recordings and features accompanying musicians from London’s Trinity Laban

AR Rahman Honours Late Asha Bhosle On World Music Day

Posting a glimpse on his social media handles, Rahman wrote, “On this World Music Day, we celebrate a voice that has transcended generations, languages, and borders. This tribute began as a dream while Asha Bhosle ji was still with us. We had hoped she would witness the love and gratitude this project carries. Around the world, we celebrate musical legends. We are blessed to have one of our own, an artist whose voice became the soundtrack of countless lives.”

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He continued, “The most meaningful tribute felt like bringing together different musicians, traditions, and sounds to celebrate her extraordinary legacy. This is our humble offering to Asha ji. May her music continue to inspire hearts for generations to come. Today, we share a glimpse of this journey with the teaser. The full tribute will be unveiled soon. We hope you all receive it with the same love with which it was created.”

AR Rahman On His Last Song With Asha Bhosle

AR Rahman talked to Variety India about his last song with Asha Bhosle. He said, “Asha ji’s voice has been one of the greatest gifts to Indian and global music. She has been a major influence and guiding force to me, so when we were collaborating on the song, we wanted to make it about her remarkable legacy and a celebration of her voice. She was certain that the song had to be fun and energetic, and we would keep trying different things.”

He added, “I feel fortunate that we were able to create this together. Even when we were recording this, the energy and warmth she brought to it was amazing. That’s the spirit that makes her truly timeless. Some voices never leave us, and Asha ji’s will continue to live in our hearts forever.”

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