Chaitanya 'Chintu' Bhosle, grandson of the late legendary singer Asha Bhosle, has shared a heartwarming and humorous memory of his grandmother on an upcoming episode of the singing reality show Indian Idol. The segment, dedicated to Asha Bhosle's extraordinary legacy, brought both laughter and nostalgia as Chintu recounted how she once pranked a live audience by introducing him as her younger boyfriend.

The Prank That Stunned a Live Audience

Chintu recalled that during a live performance, Asha Bhosle pulled him aside just before he was to join her on stage and told him she would handle the introduction — instructing him to stay quiet. What followed left the audience completely caught off guard.

'She told the audience, ‘Now my boyfriend is about to come on stage, and we are going to sing together,’' Chintu said, recounting the moment. The crowd was visibly surprised and amused as the iconic singer publicly introduced her own grandson as her romantic partner. It was only after they performed and danced together that Asha Bhosle revealed the truth — 'He is not my boyfriend, he is my grandson,' Chintu recalled her saying.

A Glimpse Behind the Stage Curtain

Chintu also shared a more tender memory that offered a rare, human glimpse of Asha Bhosle before a performance. He recalled the two of them standing backstage, moments before her name was to be announced, when she suddenly reached out and held his hand.

When he asked if everything was alright, she looked at him as though the question itself was absurd — and admitted she was nervous. 'I said okay, maybe she gets nervous too,' Chintu said. 'But the moment her name was announced and she stepped onto the stage, all the nervousness just disappeared.'

The anecdote paints a picture of an artist who, even at the peak of her legendary status, experienced the same pre-stage anxiety as any performer — and shed it the instant the spotlight found her.

Asha Bhosle: A Legacy of 83 Years

The Indian Idol episode serves as a tribute to Asha Bhosle, who passed away on 12 April following multi-organ failure. She had been admitted to hospital on 11 April due to a chest infection and severe exhaustion. She was 92 years old and left behind a musical legacy spanning 83 years — one of the longest and most celebrated careers in Indian film and playback music.

Chintu's appearance on the show is part of a special commemorative segment honouring her life and artistry, ensuring her stories and spirit reach a new generation of music lovers.

Indian Idol Tribute Episode

The episode featuring Chintu Bhosle is set to air as part of Indian Idol's ongoing season. The segment dedicated to Asha Bhosle is expected to include performances and personal recollections that celebrate the singer's unmatched contribution to Hindi film music. As tributes continue to pour in from across the industry, this episode is poised to be one of the season's most emotionally resonant instalments.