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Indian movie stars died at 31

Here are 5 famous actresses from India died at 31:

Soundarya

Soundarya (July 18, 1972 Mulbagal-April 17, 2004 Bangalore) also known as Sowmya, Saundarya, Soumya or Soundarya Sandeep was an Indian actor and film producer.

She died as a result of aviation accident or incident.

Soundarya started her acting career in 1992 with the film "Gandharvam" opposite Mohanlal. She went on to work in over 100 films in various languages including Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam. Some of her notable films include Ammoru, Arunachalam, Narasimha, and Dweepa. She was also a successful film producer and has produced films like Soori and Aasan. In addition to her acting and producing career, Soundarya was actively involved in various social causes and was the brand ambassador for the Government of India's literacy program. Despite her sudden and tragic death, Soundarya left a lasting impact on the Indian film industry and remains a beloved figure in South Indian cinema.

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Smita Patil

Smita Patil (October 17, 1955 Pune-December 13, 1986 Mumbai) a.k.a. Smita, Late Smita Patil or Smitha Patil was an Indian actor and newscaster. She had one child, Prateik Babbar.

She died caused by childbirth.

Smita Patil was one of the leading actresses of the Indian parallel cinema movement in the 1970s and the 1980s. She was known for her strong and nuanced portrayals of complex characters and her ability to bring realism to her performances. She worked with some of the most prominent filmmakers of her time, including Shyam Benegal, Govind Nihalani, and Mrinal Sen.

Patil began her career in theatre, where she trained under renowned directors such as Satyadev Dubey and Girish Karnad. She made her film debut in 1974 with the Marathi film 'Mala Solapurchi', and went on to act in over 80 films in Hindi, Marathi, Bengali, and Malayalam. Some of her notable performances include 'Bhumika' (1977), 'Manthan' (1976), 'Chakra' (1981), and 'Aakrosh' (1980) for which she won the National Film Award for Best Actress.

Apart from her acting career, Patil was also a newscaster for Doordarshan, the national broadcaster of India. She was actively involved in social and political causes and was known for her activism on issues related to women's rights, the environment, and communal harmony.

Patil's career was cut short by her untimely death at the age of 31 due to complications during childbirth. Her legacy as an actor and activist lives on, and she is remembered as one of the most talented and influential performers in Indian cinema.

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Ruby Myers

Ruby Myers (April 5, 2015 Pune-October 10, 1983 Mumbai) also known as Salochna Senior, Ruby Mayers, Rubyy, Sulochana Devi, Sulochana Sr., Salochna, Sulochna Devi, Sulochana Senior, Sulochna Ruby, Ruby Meyer, Ruby Sulochana, Sulochna, Sulochna Sr., Sulochana, Ruby Mayer or Ruby Myers 'Sulochana' was an Indian actor.

She was one of the leading actresses of the silent era in Indian cinema, starring in over 150 films in a career spanning two decades. Ruby Myers began her career in cinema as a supporting actress in the early 1920s and gradually worked her way up to leading roles. She was known for her versatility as an actress, portraying a range of characters from modern, independent women to traditional, demure heroines. In addition to acting, she was also a writer and director and collaborated on several films with her husband, director Franz Osten. After the advent of sound in Indian cinema, she continued to act in talkies and also worked as a playback singer. Ruby Myers was awarded the prestigious Padma Shri in 1969 for her contribution to Indian cinema.

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Shamim Bano

Shamim Bano (April 5, 2015-April 5, 1984) a.k.a. Shamim or Shamim Bano Begum was an Indian actor.

Born in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh, India, Shamim Bano started her acting career in the 1940s and quickly became a leading lady in Indian cinema during the 1950s and 1960s. She starred in many successful films, including "Sharda" (1957), "Baap Bete" (1959), and "Kohinoor" (1960).

In addition to her acting career, Shamim Bano was also known for her singing talents. She recorded several songs for films, including "Kaisi Haseen Aaj" from the film "Baap Bete."

Shamim Bano was married to Indian film director S. S. Vasan, with whom she had one daughter. She passed away in Chennai in 1984 at the age of 69.

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Prema

Prema (April 5, 2015 Chennai-April 5, 1984) also known as Prema or Prema Menon was an Indian actor. She had one child, Shobha.

Prema was a versatile and talented actress who predominantly worked in the Tamil film industry. She made her acting debut in the 1940s and went on to act in over 100 films during her illustrious career. Prema was known for her natural acting style and ability to bring authenticity to her performances. She received critical acclaim for her roles in films like "Parasakthi" and "Thiruvilaiyadal". Apart from Tamil cinema, Prema also acted in Telugu and Kannada movies. She was also an accomplished classical dancer trained in Bharatanatyam. Prema passed away on her 31st birthday due to complications during childbirth, leaving behind a legacy in the Indian film industry.