When Asha Bhosle refused to see Pancham Da’s face after his death, Gulzar took charge:

News India Live, Digital Desk: The pairing of music legend Asha Bhosle and great musician RD Burman (Pancham Da) not only remained immortal in the world of music, but their personal relationship was also very deep. But there came a time when after the demise of RD Burman, Asha Bhosle was so heartbroken that she refused to even see her husband’s mortal remains. Even today fans’ eyes become moist remembering this heart-touching story. In that difficult time, veteran lyricist Gulzar came forward and consoled Asha Tai.

Pancham Da’s death and Asha Tai’s shock

When RD Burman said goodbye to the world on January 4, 1994, the entire film industry was in mourning. For Asha Bhosle it was no less than a thunderbolt. It is said that she was so shocked after Pancham Da’s demise that she was unable to muster the courage to go to his room. She did not want the last image of her partner to be visible in her eyes in which he was lying lifeless. Asha Tai wanted to preserve in her mind only the memories of Pancham Da smiling and engrossed in music.

Gulzar fulfilled the duty of friendship

The friendship between RD Burman and Gulzar was well known. When Gulzar came to know that Asha ji was reluctant to see Pancham Da for the last time, he reached out to her. Gulzar explained to them in a very emotional manner that this moment of farewell is difficult, but seeing your loved ones for the last time is like completing that relationship. Gulzar’s words gave strength to Asha ji and with a heavy heart she bid her last farewell to her friend.

a musical that remained incomplete

Asha Bhosle and RD Burman together gave many evergreen songs to Indian cinema. Pancham Da often called Asha ji ‘Tai’ and the banter and love between them was reflected in their music too. After the death of Pancham Da, Asha ji had distanced herself from music for many years, but later she again brought her voice to the world through the songs written by Gulzar Sahab.