There has always been speculation about the long-standing rift and rivalry between Asha Bhosle and Lata Mangeshkar. it is believed that Sai Paranjpea film by ‘Saaz’ (1988) was also based on their relationship. But both Lata and Asha had always denied any such speculations and dismissed them as mere rumours. A few years ago with the efforts of his younger brother Hridaynath MangeshkarWhen Lata presented Asha an award at her residence, the two sisters appeared together.
recently in conversation etimes, When Lataji was recovering at Breach Candy Hospital, Asha Bhosle said, “For her recovery, at her home (Prabhukunj, Pedder Road) Lord Shiva is seated and worshiping Rudra”. Talking about Lata-Asha rift, Asha’s former son-in-law Hemant Kenkare “The outside world thinks there were some issues between Lata and Asha. But it’s not true. Not at all,” he told ETimes.
Coming back to Padmini, while talking to Pinkvilla, he reveals his memories of Lata Mangeshkar and his aunt’s passion for food, music and gift-giving. Not only this, she also remembered Lataji’s extraordinary memory as the veteran singer also remembered which perfume Padmini wore at an event many years ago. He also spoke of losing his aunt (Lata Mangeshkar), who was ‘a strong pillar of support’.
Lataji died on Sunday at Breach Candy Hospital in Mumbai. He was admitted to the hospital on January 8 after being diagnosed with COVID-19 and pneumonia.
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