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Indian movie stars died in 2006

Here are 10 famous actresses from India died in 2006:

Kuljeet Randhawa

Kuljeet Randhawa (January 1, 1976 Punjab region-February 8, 2006 Juhu) was an Indian model and actor.

Kuljeet Randhawa started her modeling career in the 1990s and soon became a popular face in the Indian fashion industry. She then ventured into acting and made her debut in the popular television show, "Hip Hip Hurray". She became a household name with her role in the critically acclaimed show, "Kareena Kareena". Kuljeet also appeared in Bollywood films like "Karisma" and "Bye Bye Dubai". Besides acting, she was also a trained dancer and had participated in the reality show "Nach Baliye 1" with her then-husband, actor Raman Handa. Unfortunately, Kuljeet Randhawa passed away in 2006, which has been attributed to personal issues in her life. She is still remembered for her remarkable contributions to the Indian entertainment industry.

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Srividya

Srividya (July 24, 1953 Chennai-October 19, 2006 Thiruvananthapuram) also known as Sri Vidya or K.Srividya was an Indian actor and playback singer.

She began her acting career in Tamil cinema and went on to work in Telugu, Malayalam, and Kannada films as well. Srividya received critical acclaim for her performances and won several awards including five National Film Awards for Best Actress. She was known for her versatility and ability to portray a wide range of characters with ease. In addition to acting, Srividya also had a successful career as a playback singer and lent her voice to several film songs. She was a prominent figure in the Indian film industry for over two decades and is still remembered as one of the finest actors of her generation.

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Vaishnavi

Vaishnavi (November 27, 1986-April 17, 2006 Anna Nagar) also known as Baby Vaishnavi was an Indian actor.

She began her acting career as a child artist in the Tamil film industry and gained recognition for her roles in films such as "Bharathi Kannamma" and "Kannathil Muthamittal". Vaishnavi exhibited her talent and versatility as an actor through her performances in both dramatic and comedic roles. In addition to her work in films, she also appeared in several television series. Despite her promising career, Vaishnavi's life was tragically cut short when she passed away at the young age of 19 due to complications from pneumonia. Her untimely death was a loss for the film industry and her fans alike.

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Santha Kumari

Santha Kumari (May 17, 1920 Proddatur-January 16, 2006 Chennai) a.k.a. Shanta Kumari, V Subbamma, Shanta, P. Shanta Kumari, Santakumari, Shantakumari, Santhakumari, Vellaala Subbamma, Santha Kumari P., Subbamma, P. Santha Kumari or Vellala Subbamma was an Indian singer, actor and film producer. She had one child, Pullaiah Padma.

Santha Kumari began her career as a singer and went on to act in over 170 films in Telugu, Tamil and Kannada languages in a career spanning over four decades. She produced films under the banner Charusheela Chitra, which included the successful film "Bhakta Prahlada" in 1967. Santha Kumari was also known for her philanthropy and contributed towards the education of underprivileged children. She passed away in Chennai in 2006 at the age of 85.

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Varalakshmi G.

Varalakshmi G. (September 13, 1926 Ongole-November 25, 2006 Chennai) a.k.a. Garikipati Varalakshmi, Garikapati Varalaxmi, Garikapati Varalakshmi or G. Varalakshmi was an Indian actor, singer and film director.

She predominantly worked in Tamil cinema, but also acted in Telugu and Kannada films.

Varalakshmi was born in Ongole, Andhra Pradesh and began her career as a singer. She became famous for her rendition of the song "Thiruppavai" in the film "Nandanar" (1954). Later on, she transitioned to acting and starred in several films alongside popular actors like M. G. Ramachandran, Sivaji Ganesan and Gemini Ganesan.

Apart from acting and singing, Varalakshmi also directed a few films in the 1960s and 1970s. Her most notable work as a director is the film "Kuzhandaiyum Deivamum" (1965), which won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Tamil.

Varalakshmi's contributions to Tamil cinema were recognized with the Kalaimamani award by the Government of Tamil Nadu in 1979. She passed away in Chennai in 2006 at the age of 80.

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Surinder Kaur

Surinder Kaur (November 25, 1929 Lahore-June 15, 2006 New Jersey) also known as Kaur, Surinder or Nightingale of Punjab was an Indian songwriter, playback singer, singer, actor and singer-songwriter. She had one child, Dolly Guleria.

Surinder Kaur was born on November 25, 1929, in Lahore, which is now a part of Pakistan. She began her singing career in the early 1940s and became known for her Punjabi folk songs. Over the course of her career, she recorded hundreds of songs in Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu languages.

Some of her most popular songs include "Lathe Di Chadar," "Suhe Ve Cheere Waleya," and "Heer," which were widely received and appreciated by audiences. Apart from being a singer, she also appeared in a few Punjabi films, including Posti (1950) and Bhangra (1959).

Surinder Kaur was a prolific songwriter as well and wrote the lyrics for many of her own songs. Her unique voice and style of singing touched the hearts of millions of people and earned her the title of "Nightingale of Punjab."

She passed away on June 15, 2006, in New Jersey, at the age of 76, leaving behind a legacy of timeless music that continues to inspire and captivate music lovers all over the world. In recognition of her contributions to the world of music, she was honored with several awards, including the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award and the Padma Shri Award.

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Padmini

Padmini (June 12, 1932 Poojappura-September 24, 2006 Chennai) a.k.a. Padmini Ramachandran, Pappima or Natiya Peroli was an Indian actor.

She was born in Kerala and started her acting career at a young age with the film "Kalathur Kannamma" in which she played the role of a child artist. Padmini was known for her extraordinary dancing skills, particularly in the classical Indian dance form Bharatanatyam. She acted in over 250 films in various languages including Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, and Hindi. She was also a recipient of numerous awards including the Padma Shri in 2003 for her contributions to Indian cinema. Padmini was not only a talented actor but also a skilled costume designer and choreographer. Her work and legacy continue to inspire artists to this day.

Philomina

Philomina (November 27, 2014 Mullurkara-January 2, 2006 Chennai) otherwise known as Philipin, Filomina or Philomena was an Indian actor. She had one child, Joseph Antony.

Philomina was a prominent actor in the Malayalam film industry, having appeared in over 450 films during her career. She was known for her versatile acting skills, playing a variety of roles that ranged from comedy to drama. Philomina started her career in films in 1963 with the Malayalam film 'Kudumbini' and went on to act in several successful movies including 'Chembarathi', 'Thulabharam', 'Dhrishyam', and 'Kireedam'.

She was known for her unique voice and dialogue delivery and earned critical acclaim for her performances in films like 'Veluthambi Dalawa' and 'Iruttinte Athmavu'. Philomina also won several awards for her acting, including the Kerala State Film Award for Best Supporting Actress for the film 'Amaram'.

Apart from her successful career in films, Philomina was also a renowned stage actor and had performed in several plays through the years. She passed away in 2006, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most talented and versatile actors in Indian cinema.

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E. V. Saroja

E. V. Saroja also known as Saroja E.V. or सरोजा ई० वी० was an Indian actor and dancer.

She was born on February 19, 1929, in Madras (now Chennai), India. Saroja started her career in films as a child artiste in the Tamil movie "Bala Yogini" when she was just 9 years old. She then went on to become one of the most popular and accomplished dancers in Indian cinema and was known for her grace, elegance, and energy in her performances.

Saroja acted in over 175 films in different languages including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Hindi. Some of her notable films include "Raja Mukthi", "Thiruvilayaadal", "Kandan Karunai", and "Thillana Mohanambal". Saroja also won the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the Tamil film "Kanchana" in 1952.

Apart from films, Saroja was also a trained Bharatanatyam dancer and performed in various stage shows and prominent dance festivals. She also started her own dance academy in Chennai and trained several students in the art of dance. Saroja passed away on June 9, 2006, in Chennai, leaving behind a legacy as an accomplished actor and dancer in the Indian film industry.

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Esther Victoria Abraham

Esther Victoria Abraham (December 30, 1916 Kolkata-August 6, 2006 Mumbai) also known as Esther Victoria Abraham, Premila, Pramila or Pramila (Esther Victoria Abraham) was an Indian actor. She had two children, Naqi Jahan and Haidar Ali.

Born in Kolkata, Esther Victoria Abraham first began her career as an actor in the mid-1930s. She made her debut in the film industry with the film "Dharmatma" in 1935, directed by V. Shantaram. She gained a lot of popularity for her roles in films like "Kangan" (1939), "Basant" (1942) and "Chal Chal Re Naujawan" (1944).

Pramila's acting career spanned over several decades and she acted in over 80 films in Hindi and Bengali. She was known for her versatility and had acted in a variety of genres, including social dramas, mythological films, comedies and historical films.

Apart from her acting career, Pramila was also a beauty queen and was crowned as the first Miss India in 1947. She was also a member of the Indian People's Theatre Association (IPTA) and had worked with several noted personalities in the theatre industry.

Pramila passed away in Mumbai in 2006 at the age of 89, leaving behind a legacy as one of the pioneering actors in Indian cinema.