After a GeoNews show-cause notice for honoring the late singer, discussions emerged that she belongs to a shared, borderless musical heritage, affectionately termed “Hamari Nightingale” (Our Nightingale) by many in Pakistan. The discourse emphasizes that her voice, intensely cherished across borders, transcends geopolitical divides and regulatory restrictions.
PEMRA (Pakistan Electronic Media Regulatory Authority) issued a notice to Geo News for broadcasting Indian songs and visuals in the midst of a tribute to Asha Bhosle, violating a 2018 ban on Indian content.
Many in Pakistan, including journalists, viewed the tribute as a necessary homage, arguing that art and music should not be restricted by political borders.
Asha Bhosle is viewed a ‘transcendent’,” having admiration for Pakistani singer Noor Jahan and being a staple in Pakistani homes and weddings.
The debate showcased the irony of banning, as described by Pakistani commentators, an artiste universally admired in the country, emphasizing her role in uniting people through music.
News Edit KV Raman
