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Asian Network,02 Nov 2026,60 mins

with Aina: South Asian women in music

Asian Network Motivation

Available for 59 days

Who are the women behind the South Asian songs that have soundtracked our lives? Aina celebrates the iconic voices, trailblazers and rising stars making their mark on the music industry. From legends like Asha Bhosle, Shazia Manzoor and Naseebo Lal, to exciting new artists pushing boundaries across pop, R&B and global sounds, this episode shines a spotlight on the women whose talent deserves to be heard. Aina celebrates their creativity, individuality and achievements and reminds us to give these phenomenal artists their flowers. Plus, expect a feel-good mix of Bollywood, Punjabi, Pakistani and global sounds. Produced in Birmingham by Voxwave for BBC Asian Network.

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Tracklist

  1. Track
    Artist
  2. 1.
    Aaja Sohneya
    Aaja Sohneya
    Bally Jagpal & Shazia Manzoor
  3. 2.
    Sharara (from Mere Yaar Ki Shaadi Hai)
    Sharara (from Mere Yaar Ki Shaadi Hai)
    Asha Bhosle
  4. 3.
    Jatti Lahore Di
    Jatti Lahore Di
    Raf Saperra & Naseebo Lal