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How Asha Bhosle outgrew the long, looming shadow of Lata Mangeshkar

India’s post-colonial era saw a duality in its social order, reflected in its female playback singers. While Lata Mangeshkar became the gold standard for purity, Asha Bhosle carved her own path, embracing diverse styles and embodying hidden desires. Their distinct voices represented contrasting facets of evolving Indian society and its aspirations.

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