Guwahati, April 13 -- The story of the Mangeshkar family begins with patriarch Deenanath Mangeshkar, a revered classical vocalist and theatre actor whose influence laid the foundation for one of India's most iconic musical lineages. Born in Goa and trained in Hindustani classical traditions, Deenanath's passion for music and drama shaped the artistic environment in which his children were raised. His wife, Shevanti Mangeshkar (also known as Shudhamati), provided the emotional anchor for the family.

Her younger sister, Asha Bhosle, carved her own distinct identity with a versatile singing style that ranged from classical to pop and cabaret. Asha's personal life saw two marriages. Her first marriage to Ganpatrao Bhosle ended in separation....