New Delhi: Singer Sonu Nigam washed veteran singer Asha Bhosle’s feet, as a mark of respect, during a book launch event. Asha’s biography, titled Swarswamini Asha, was launched on Friday in a star-studded ceremony. Actor Jackie Shroff and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat were also present at the event.
In a video shared by news agency ANI on X, Sonu can be seen sitting near Asha Bhosle’s feet to wash them. A few people provide him with a small stool, water, a thali and a towel. At first, Sonu kissed Asha’s feet as she laughed and covered her face.
He then washed her feet as she held her saree. Sonu also wiped Asha’s feet dry. Before leaving the stage, Sonu folded his hands looked at Asha and also bowed to her.
For the event, Asha wore a printed white saree and matching blouse. Sonu was seen in a yellow kurta and white pyjama. Reacting to the video, a fan said, “This is beautiful.
So quintessentially Indian. Such are the things that make us proud to be Indians.” “Heartwarming.
So proud of you, Sonu Nigam. Really great,” wrote a person. “Hats off to Sonu Nigam! What a wholesome moment.
Two living legends. I wish Lata Ji was alive and on this stage,” read a tweet. | Maharashtra: During the biography launch of Singer Asha Bhosle, Singer Sonu Nigam washed her feet as an expression of his respect and gratitude towards her.
— ANI (@ANI) Nowadays it takes guts to express even respect and gratitude publicly...
it’s easily branded as a publicity stunt or fake...
But tho.
