Sonu Nigam washes Asha Bhosle's feet !!?
Sonu Nigam Kisses Asha Bhosle's Feet At event And Washes Them, Fans Call It 'Quintessentially Indian'
During a book launch event for Asha Bhosle's biography, "Swarswamini Asha," sonu nigam washed the veteran singer's feet as a mark of respect.Sonu Nigam washes Asha Bhosle's feet
A video shared by news agency ANI on X (formerly Twitter) captured the moment when Sonu sat near Asha's feet, equipped with a small stool, water, a thali, and a towel. Initially, Sonu kissed Asha's feet, making her laugh and cover her data-face. He then washed and dried her feet, before folding his hands and bowing to her as he left the stage.Fans praise Sonu
Fans praised Sonu's gesture. One fan commented, "This is beautiful. So quintessentially Indian. Such are the things that make us proud to be Indians." Another wrote, "Heartwarming. So proud of you, Sonu Nigam. Great." Others admired Sonu's bravery in publicly expressing respect and gratitude, noting that such actions are often misinterpreted as publicity stunts.About the event
For the event, Asha wore a printed white saree with a matching blouse, while Sonu was dressed in a yellow kurta and white pajama. During the event, Asha reminisced about her association with Hindutva ideologue VD Savarkar, and her brother, music director Hridaynath Mangeshkar, was also present at the ceremony.According to ANI, Sonu delivered a heartfelt speech lauding Asha and her late sister, Lata Mangeshkar, for their immense contributions to indian music. Mohan Bhagwat also spoke, highlighting the Mangeshkar family's dedication to music and patriotism, and emphasizing the societal benefits of music beyond entertainment.