hm so fast. What would you say about this ?
Asha : Latadidi is more powerful than I am where singing is concerned. In fact, I have inherited a lot of my singing prowess from her. She is my teacher and I feel very proud to announce to the world that I am Latadidi's sister. As for her not singing pop or mujra numbers, I really don't know. I feel she was not approached by any of the music directors to do it for them. Otherwise 'Didi' is great.
Alex Fernandes : Ustad Ali Akbar Khan has selected you specially to learn and perform rare historical compositions from the roots of his Seni gharana. Why ?
Asha : Firstly, I feel very proud about this top honour and I appreciate it and would like to encourage all upcoming singers in India and abroad not to lose hope but to display their talents whether they are appreciated or rejected as there is always a successful route one can comprehend with hard work and true dedication.
Alex Fernandes : You are the only Indian singer in the world who can gear a 100,000 strong audience with a single foot tappin ? How do you accept this compliment ?
Asha : Success to me means a lot and I sincerely appreciate the likin and the fame my fans have given me in five decades. I feel on cloud nine for this compliment. This really shows how a person cares for another, not only by music but also by love and passion. As for me pulling a crowd, it is due to hard work and true dedication. This really proves where I stand today.
Alex Fernandes : You have been in the musical field for quite a long time. Did'nt you feel the need to get your children into the same profession ?
Asha : I never felt the need. In fact, I have dicouraged them from entering this field as it can ..... |