Mumbai, April 13 -- India bid a tearful farewell to legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, who passed away on April 12 at the age of 92, as tributes poured in from across the music and film fraternity, including an emotional remembrance by singer Anuradha Paudwal.

Speaking to ANI, Paudwal mourned the loss of the iconic voice, saying, "We have lost a very great singer. It is a very sad day. But by defying this age, by defeating all the problems in life, she has emerged a winner."

Paudwal and Bhosle shared a rich musical association over the years, collaborating on several notable tracks across genres.

Their work ranged from Bollywood film songs to devotional and regional music. Among their collaborations were 'Prem Ka Granth Padhoo' fro...