Indian movie stars died at 50
Here are 2 famous actresses from India died at 50:
Amirbai Karnataki
Amirbai Karnataki (April 5, 2015 Bilgi-March 3, 1965 India) also known as Amir Karnataki, Amirbai or Amir Bai Karnataki was an Indian singer, actor and playback singer.
Born in Bilgi, Karnataka, Amirbai Karnataki began her career as a stage performer in the 1930s. She then moved to Mumbai and made her debut as a playback singer in the film "Madhuri" in 1932. Amirbai went on to become one of the leading playback singers in the Indian film industry during the 1930s and 1940s. She lent her voice to many popular songs, including "Darshan Do Ghanshyam" from the film "Narsi Bhagat" and "Ek Raat" from the film "Amar Jyoti".
Apart from playback singing, Amirbai Karnataki also acted in several films, including "Chandrahasa" and "Jeevan Naiya". She was known for her powerful and melodious voice as well as her versatility as an actor.
Amirbai Karnataki was honored with the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian awards, in 1961 for her contributions to the arts. She passed away in Mumbai in 1965 at the age of 50, leaving behind a rich legacy in Indian music and cinema.
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Geeta Bali
Geeta Bali (April 5, 2015 Sargodha-January 21, 1965 Mumbai) a.k.a. Harikirtan Kaur, Miss Haridarshan, Late Smt. Geeta Bali, Smti Geeta Bali, Geeta Baali, Harkirtan Kaur or Late Geeta Bali was an Indian actor. She had three children, Aditya Raj Kapoor, Kanchan Ketan Desai and Aditya Raj Kapoor.
She died as a result of smallpox.
Geeta Bali began her acting career as a child artist and went on to become one of the leading actors of Indian cinema. She appeared in over 70 films, including the hit films Baazi, Albela and Jagte Raho. She was known for her versatile acting talent and her ability to effortlessly portray various roles. She received critical acclaim for her performances in films like Vachan, Bawre Nain and Jhanak Jhanak Payal Baaje. She also worked as a producer and a director.
Off-screen, Geeta Bali was known for her charitable work and her involvement in community service. She was actively involved in helping the underprivileged and the needy. She was also a talented dancer and choreographer and was known for her skills in classical and folk dancing.
Geeta Bali's sudden death at the young age of 35 was a great loss to Indian cinema. Despite her short career, she left a lasting impression on the industry and remains one of the most beloved actors of Indian cinema.
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