Alka Yagnik seen in wheelchair after Padma Award, video raises concerns
A video of Alka Yagnik sitting in a wheelchair after attending the Padma Bhushan ceremony surfaced online. The clip raised fans’ concerns as the singer talked about her health struggles and gradual comeback.
Veteran singer Alka Yagnik’s health has become a matter of concern among fans after a video of her being helped onto a wheelchair surfaced online, soon after she had talked about her health struggles while accepting the Padma Bhushan. The clip garnered many reactions on social media, with fans offering prayers and wishing for his speedy recovery.
The 60-year-old singer, who has been suffering from sensorineural hearing loss since 2024, received the Padma Bhushan from President Draupadi Murmu in New Delhi on June 23. A day later, on June 24, Yagnik addressed her health challenges in an Instagram post, saying that she had largely stayed away from the limelight and avoided public appearances over the past two years, but she decided to attend the event as she is slowly “finding her way back”.
Viral video creates concern
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A viral video shows Yagnik being assisted by an aide in a wheelchair outside. Many fans reacted to the clip and expressed concern about his health.
One user wrote, “Oh God, please get well Alka Yagnik ma’am… If she gets well soon, she can sing again and entertain everyone with her melodious voice. Regards Alka Yagnik didi,” while another wrote, “So sad to see Alka ji in this condition. Pray to God to give her good health. Please Alka ji take care of her health.”
A third user wrote, “So sad to see our favorite teenage singer like this… get well soon.” Another said, “Get well soon, madam, please.”
Yagnik talks about staying away from the limelight
In his Instagram post on June 24, The heart said this to the heart The singer talked about her health struggles and also expressed her gratitude and honor after receiving the civilian award from President Draupadi Murmu.
Singers Shaan and Kumar Sanu posted messages for Yagnik in the comments section of his post.
Shaan wrote, “Most deserving, Alka ji!!! You are our pride and joy!!! And nothing makes your fans happier than getting your health and well-being back and getting the confidence and inspiration to delight us again with your voice like only you can!!”
Kumar Sanu, who has collaborated with Yagnik on various projects, commented, “Very worthy, Alka! God bless you.”
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Along with Yagnik, Mammootty, R Madhavan and late actor Satish Shah were also honored at the ceremony. Satish Shah’s brother Arvind Shah received the award on his behalf.
This year the President approved 131 Padma awards, which include five Padma Vibhushan, 13 Padma Bhushan and 113 Padma Shri honours.
Yagnik is one of the most famous playback singers of Indian cinema. She has been one of the defining voices of Hindi film music in the 1990s and 2000s, having recorded many widely known songs during her career. He has won several honors, including two National Film Awards, seven Filmfare Awards, and a Padma Bhushan in 2026, for his contribution to Indian music.