Playback singer Asha Bhosle was felicitated in the House of Commons here for her outstanding achievements in music. NRI Labour MP Keith Vaz, who organised the felicitation dinner, described the 77-year-old Padma Vibhushan awardee as an “icon” who has made India proud.
“I am deeply touched by the honour bestowed on me. I never thought I would be felicitated in the British Parliament. It is a great privilege,” said Bhosle, who performed to a full house at the Royal Festival Hall, Symphony Hall in Birmingham and Leicester's De Montfort Hall during her current tour.
She also lauded the efforts of Mr. Vaz in promoting Indian artistes in the U.K., saying, “I am very proud of you. Like you, my roots are also in Goa.”
Rami Ranger, an NRI entrepreneur, described the felicitation as “historic.” “Your presence here is like a dream come true. We are all very proud of you,” he told the veteran singer.
Bhosle, whose career as a Bollywood singer started in 1943 and spans a staggering six decades, has contributed to the soundtracks of over 1,000 Bollywood films.
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