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Indian movie stars died at 43

Here are 6 famous actors from India died at 43:

Mazhar Khan

Mazhar Khan (July 22, 1955 Mumbai-September 16, 1998 Mumbai) was an Indian actor, film producer and film director. He had two children, Azaan Khan and Zahaan Khan.

He died caused by renal failure.

Mazhar Khan started his career as an actor in the late 70s with the film 'Ganga Ki Saugandh'. He then went on to act in several Bollywood films including 'Agneepath' and 'Ghayal'. As a producer, he produced the film 'Gang' in 2000 which was released posthumously. In 1991, he directed the film 'Gangvaa' which featured actors Jackie Shroff and Nishat Khan in leading roles. Mazhar Khan was known for his roles as a villain in films and was often cast in negative roles. He was married to actress Zeenat Aman for a few years before they got divorced. Despite battling health issues, Mazhar Khan continued to work in the film industry until his death in 1998 at the age of 43.

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Manish Acharya

Manish Acharya (June 14, 1967 India-December 4, 2010 Matheran) a.k.a. Manish G. Acharya was an Indian film director, actor, screenwriter and film producer.

He was best known for his critically acclaimed film, "Loins of Punjab Presents" released in 2007, which he directed, co-wrote and acted in. The film was featured in several film festivals around the world and received positive reviews for its witty and humorous satire on Indian-Americans and their cultural identity.

Aside from his work in films, Acharya was also involved in theater and television. He wrote and directed several plays in Mumbai and was a popular figure in the city's theater circuit. He also wrote and produced several television shows such as "Sea Hawks" and "Just Mohabbat" for Indian television.

Acharya tragically passed away in 2010 at the age of 43 in a freak accident while on vacation in Matheran, a popular hill station near Mumbai. His contributions to the Indian film and theater industries continue to be remembered and celebrated to this day.

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Kunal Mitra

Kunal Mitra (April 30, 1965 Kolkata-January 21, 2009 Kolkata) also known as কুনাল মিত্র was an Indian actor.

He died in myocardial infarction.

Kunal Mitra was known for his work in Bengali cinema and television. He started his acting career in the 1990s with the television series "Janani" and went on to act in popular TV shows such as "Ekhane Aakash Neel", "Tithir Atithi", and "Kanakanjali".

Mitra also appeared in several Bengali films like "Ek Je Aachhe Kanya", "Chha-e Chhuti", and "Asukh". He received critical acclaim for his performance in the film "Herbert", directed by Suman Mukhopadhyay, which was based on a novel by Nabarun Bhattacharya.

Apart from acting, Mitra was also a trained singer and had released an album titled "Mita Re Mita" in 1994. He was married to actress Soma Chakraborty and the couple had two children. His untimely death at the age of 43 came as a shock to the Bengali entertainment industry.

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Tarun Bose

Tarun Bose (September 14, 1928 Kolkata-March 8, 1972 Kolkata) also known as Late Tarun Bose was an Indian actor.

He acted in more than 80 Hindi and Bengali films, and was known for his versatile roles and natural acting style. Bose started his film career in the early 1950s with the Bengali film "Nabajanma", and later went on to act in films like "Sujata", "Mausam", "Anita", "Anuradha", and "Kabuliwala".

Bose also acted in several English language films, including "The Sword and the Flute" and "The Householder". He was awarded the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor for his role in the film "Kshudhita Pashan" in 1970.

Apart from acting, Bose was also a well-known theatre personality and has acted in several plays in Kolkata's theatre circuit. He passed away at the age of 43 due to a heart attack. Despite his short career, Bose is remembered as one of the finest actors of his time.

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Shailendra

Shailendra (August 30, 1923 Rawalpindi-December 14, 1966) a.k.a. The Late Shailendra, Sailender, Late Shailendra, jon kavi Shailendra or Shankardas Kesarilal was an Indian actor and lyricist. He had two children, Shaily Shailendra and Dinesh Shailendra.

Shailendra started as a sweeper at a film studio, but his passion for writing poetry led him to penning songs for Hindi films. He began his career in the film industry as a lyricist with the movie "Lahore" in 1949. Soon, he became one of the most prominent lyricists of the industry and worked with legendary composers such as Shankar-Jaikishan, Salil Choudhury, and S.D. Burman.

Shailendra's songwriting style was known to be deeply emotional and philosophical, with a touch of simplicity and realism. Some of his most popular works include "Jeena Yahan Marna Yahan" from the film "Mera Naam Joker", "Ek Din Bik Jaayega" from "Dharam Karam", and "Yeh Raat Bheegi Bheegi" from "Chori Chori".

Apart from his contributions to the film industry, Shailendra was also known for his activism and social work. He actively participated in the Indian independence movement and was associated with the Indian People's Theatre Association (IPTA). He also wrote songs that reflected the social realities of the time, such as "Mere Sapno Ki Rani" from "Aradhana", which portrayed the aspirations of a common man.

Shailendra's untimely death in 1966 due to alcohol abuse was a shock to the industry and left a void that was hard to fill. Nevertheless, his legacy lives on through his timeless lyrics and the impact he had on the Indian film industry.

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Devan

Devan (September 8, 1913 Thiruvidaimarudur-May 5, 1957 Chennai) also known as R. Mahadevan was an Indian writer and actor.

He was best known for his contributions to the Tamil film industry during the 1940s and 1950s. Devan started his career as a writer and his first published work was the short story "Kudiyai Vaanginum", which appeared in Sudesamithran in 1935. He then transitioned to acting, making his debut in the film Sathi Leelavathi in 1936. Devan went on to act in numerous films and also wrote screenplays for several others. He was known for his versatility and ability to play a wide range of characters. Devan was also instrumental in launching the careers of several actors and actresses, including Sivaji Ganesan and Padmini. He passed away at the young age of 43 due to a heart attack. Despite his relatively short career, Devan left a lasting impact on Tamil cinema and is remembered as a trailblazer in the industry.