Veteran Indian actress Shashikala has died, aged 88. In line with information studies, she died at her dwelling in Mumbai.
Finest identified for starring in movies equivalent to ‘Jugnu’ (1947), ‘Junglee’ (1961), ‘Teen Bahuraniyan’ (1968) ‘Khoobsurat’ (1980) and extra just lately, initiatives equivalent to ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham’ (2001) and ‘Mujhse Shaadi Karogi’ (2004), Shashikala shined throughout Bollywood’s golden period of movies, within the 60s and 70s.
Her versatility to play a village belle and to utterly remodel herself as a vamp earned her a lot fanfare within the business.
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She dominated the silver display within the 60s as a supporting actress, profitable two Filmfare Awards for a similar, first in 1962’s ‘Aarti’, adopted by one other for ‘Gumrah’ the next 12 months.
She went on to obtain the Padma Shri award (India’s fourth highest civilian award) in 2007 for her contribution to Indian Cinema.
When she acquired the award, she was reportedly quoted as saying: “I have been recognised for this award very late, and indeed, I should have got this award long back.”
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Her final look on celluloid was the 2005 movie, ‘Padmashree Laloo Prasad Yadav’.
Indian politician Praful Patel led the condolences on social media, tweeting: “Deeply saddened by the demise of Veteran actress Shashikala ji. She made a noteworthy contribution to Indian Cinema by portraying several pivotal roles. My heartfelt condolences to her family members. May her soul rest in peace.”
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Union Minister of State (Ind Cost) for Growth of North Japanese Area DrJitendra Singh tweeted: “Shashikala no more. She was among the last from that Golden Age genre of Bollywood. RIP.”
Former Chief Minister of Goa Digambar Kamat tweeted: “Saddened by the passing away of veteran actress Shashikala ji. She will be remembered for her roles in more than 100 films & various television shows. Her performance in ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gum’ was remarkable. My condolences to her family & fans.”
Veteran actress and Shraddha Kapoor’s aunt, Padmini Kolhapure additionally gave her condolences posting: “Rest in Peace Shashikala Tai. A true Woman of Substance .. what a journey! Truly blessed to have worked with you.”
