Veteran Actress Kamini Kaushal Dies at 98; A Look at Her Iconic Career in Indian Cinema
Kamini Kaushal, recognised as India’s oldest living film actress, has passed away at the age of 98. She had been suffering from age-related health complications. Her family has requested privacy during this difficult time, emphasising their low-profile nature.
Veteran actress Kamini Kaushal, widely considered India’s oldest living film actress, has passed away at the age of 98. Legendary Bollywood Actress Kamini Kaushal Dies at 98.
According to reports, she had been battling age-related health complications. A family friend shared that Kamini’s loved ones prefer to keep a low profile and have requested privacy during this difficult time. The source was quoted saying, “Kamini Kaushal’s family is extremely low profile, and needs privacy.”
Kamini Kaushal Passes Away at 98
For the unversed, Kamini Kaushal was born in Lahore, the youngest among five siblings. Kamini was a towering presence in Indian cinema, with a career that spanned decades and featured over 90 films. She began her film journey with “Neecha Nagar,” the landmark project that won the Palme d'Or at the 1946 Cannes Film Festival. Over the years, she delivered memorable performances in celebrated films such as Shaheed, Nadiya Ke Paar, Shabnam, Arzoo, and Biraj Bahu. Her body of work also included acclaimed titles like Do Bhai, Ziddi, Paras, Namoona, Jhanjar, Aabroo, Bade Sarkar, Jailor, Night Club, and Godaan.
Kamini Kaushal’s Memorable Roles
Beyond films, she made her mark on television as well, most notably with the Doordarshan show Chand Sitare.
The senior actress collaborated with some of Indian cinema’s greatest stars, including Dilip Kumar, Raj Kapoor, Dev Anand and Ashok Kumar. Her pairing with Dilip Kumar in films such as Nadiya Ke Paar, Shaheed, Shabnam, and Aarzoo earned widespread admiration. ‘Thulluvadho Illamai’ Fame Abhinay Dies at 44 After Battling Liver Ailment; Dhanush and KPY Bala Had Earlier Helped with Treatment.
Kamini continued her association with cinema in her later years as well. She made an appearance in Aamir Khan and Kareena Kapoor’s film Laal Singh Chaddha, which was released in 2022. The movie marked her final appearance.
Kamini Kaushal is survived by her sons—Shravan, Vidur, and Rahul Sood.
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