Alka Yagnik, who is one of the highly respected, Bollywood’s veteran playback singers, is back in the limelight, though this time not for her singing but for receiving Padma Bhushan award and some health concerns regarding her wellbeing. A video of Alka using a wheelchair went viral on the internet, which made her fans anxious about her health. The video appeared to be from the moments after she was awarded the honour of Padma Bhushan, where she admitted her health issues.
Alka Yagnik Viral Wheelchair Video Raises Health Concerns
A video going viral on social media in which it can be seen Alka Yagnik being helped by an aide while seated in a wheelchair. The clip quickly spread across social media platforms and caught the attention of her fans.
Many people felt sad after seeing this video and hoped that she would get better soon. The video has sparked discussions about her health condition, with fans sharing emotional messages online.
Fans Send Wishes For Alka Yagnik’s Recovery
Several social media users reacted to the viral video and extended their best wishes to the singer.
One fan wrote, "May God heal mam soon and she may appear in some music show after that." Another user commented, "It's really sad to see her in a wheelchair. Wishing for good health.”
A third fan shared, "So sad to see our childhood teenage time lovable singer like this... get well soon." Another added, "Get well soon, madam, please."
Alka Yagnik Opened Up About Health Issues
After receiving Padma Bhushan award from President Droupadi Murmu, Alka Yagnik shared an emotional post on Instagram on June 24.
In the post, she expressed her gratitude for recognising her in such a high-profile manner and also mentioned the health issues that she had been going through. Her post was greeted with much appreciation from the fans and people in the entertainment industry.
Reacting to her post, singer Shaan praised Alka and wrote, "Most deserved, Alka Ji!!! You are our pride and joy!!! And nothing would please your fans more than you finding your health and wellbeing back.” Meanwhile, Kumar Sanu also commented, "Very well deserved, Alka! God bless you."
Alka Yagnik Honoured With Padma Bhushan
Alka Yagnik was among several distinguished personalities recognised at this year's Padma Awards ceremony. Other recipients included Mammootty, R Madhavan, and the late Satish Shah.
She is a celebrated singer, known for several iconic songs such as Pardesi Pardesi, Dilbar Dilbar, Taal Se Taal, Gali Me Aaj Chand Nikla and much more. Her achievement was widely appreciated, making the recognition even more special amid her ongoing health journey.