Mumbai: Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau wished veteran singer Asha Bhosle on her 86th birthday.
Bhosle Sunday shared a message sent by Trudeau on Twitter. It read: “It is a great pleasure to send you best wishes and warmest congratulations on the occasion of your eighty sixth birthday.”
The Indian singer captioned: “On my 86th birthday, I feel happy that my achievements have put India on the world music map where world leaders acknowledge my presence. Thank you to PM Trudeau of Canada.”
On my 86th birthday, I feel happy that my achievents have put India on the world music map where world leaders acknowledge my presence. Thank you to PM Trudeau of Canada @JustinTrudeau @CanadianPM @narendramodi @smritiirani pic.twitter.com/ax4F59MI1e
— ashabhosle (@ashabhosle) September 8, 2019
Bhosle started her career in the 1940s. With a career spanning over six decades, the 86-year-old has given her fans several hit songs like ‘Raat akeli hai’, ‘Kajra mohabbat wala’, ‘Dum maro dum’ and ‘Zara sa jhoom loon main’ among several others.
She is also a recipient of the highest civilian awards in India, including the Dadasaheb Phalke Award and the Padma Vibhushan.
IANS