Ila Arun Defends Alka Yagnik After Comments Questioning Her Singing Ability
Mumbai — Singer and actress Ila Arun has spoken out in support of Alka Yagnik after social media users questioned the veteran playback singer’s ability to continue singing amid concerns about her health.
Arun shared an emotional note on social media Thursday, expressing disappointment over the comments, which followed Yagnik’s recent Padma Bhushan honor.
In her post, Ila wrote, ‘To those doubting Alka Yagnik ji, I’ve been seeing comments that she “cannot sing anymore” after being honored with the Padma Bhushan. This is disheartening. For any artist singer, painter, actor being told you can’t do what you love is deeply painful. Art lives in the soul, not just the voice, the hand, or the stage.”
She added, “Alka ji has given India decades of magic. The whole country is proud of her Padma Bhushan, and rightly so. Let’s not forget what she’s given us. Miracles happen. Strength returns. And voices find their way back. I’ve had the joy of singing many songs with her, and I’m looking forward to singing with her again.”
She further wrote, “I love you, dear Alka your strength, your positivity. I see you coming back in full swing. With lots of love and blessings, Yours always, Ila Arun.”
Yagnik was recently awarded the Padma Bhushan, one of India’s highest civilian honors, for her contribution to Indian music.
Concerns about her health intensified after a video showing her leaving the awards ceremony in a wheelchair circulated on social media. She was also seen receiving assistance while walking to accept the honor.
Yagnik addressed the concerns Thursday and said she was recovering well and had used the wheelchair because she was tired after the ceremony.
Alka wrote, “Thank you for your love, concern and countless good wishes. I have seen the concern surrounding a video from the ceremony and would like to assure everyone that I am well and progressing positively in my recovery. After a long and memorable day at the Padma facilitation, I was simply fatigued and requested a wheelchair while leaving.”
She added, “Please do not worry. I am feeling much better and remain deeply grateful for the prayers and support that continue to strengthen me. My heartfelt thanks to the Hon’ble President of India, the Hon’ble Prime Minister, the Ministry of Home Affairs, and the Government of India for this tremendous honour.”
“Let us celebrate this joyous occasion together. With gratitude and love, Alka Yagnik,” she added. (Source: IANS)
