The demise of legendary singer Asha Bhosle has deeply saddened the entire Bollywood industry. From Shah Rukh Khan to Sonu Nigam, many celebrities expressed their grief through heartfelt tributes. However, one tribute that grabbed the most attention was by **Athiya Shetty**-but for the wrong reasons.
Blunder on Social Media: Wrong Image Shared
Athiya Shetty, daughter of Suniel Shetty, took to Instagram to pay her respects. But instead of sharing a photo of Asha Bhosle, she mistakenly posted an image of Lata Mangeshkar.
The error was quickly noticed by social media users, turning a tribute into a viral moment of criticism.
Athiya Shetty daughter of Sunil Shetty mistakenly posted Lata Mangeshkar’s photo instead of Asha Bhosle after the news of Asha Bhosle’s passing. truly embarrassing 😭 pic.twitter.com/KQFOuulnoD
— r (@bekhayalime) April 12, 2026
Netizens React: ‘How Could This Happen?’
The mistake sparked immediate backlash online. Many users pointed out that Lata Mangeshkar had passed away back in 2022, making the mix-up even more glaring.
Screenshots of Athiya’s story spread rapidly across platforms, even after she deleted the original post.
Heavy Criticism and Online Trolling
Social media users didn’t hold back. Several criticized the actress for being careless, especially during such an emotional moment. Some even questioned her awareness, while others made harsh remarks targeting celebrity privilege and responsibility.
Quiet Fix: Post Deleted, Correct Tribute Shared
Athiya Shetty chose not to publicly respond to the backlash. However, she later deleted the incorrect story and shared a new post featuring the correct image of Asha Bhosle, along with a folded hands emoji as a sign of respect.

A Small Mistake, A Big Lesson in the Digital Age
While the error may have been unintentional, it highlights how even minor slip-ups by public figures can quickly turn into major controversies online. In today’s fast-moving digital world, every post is closely watched-and instantly judged.

