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Indian movie stars died at 80

Here are 6 famous actresses from India died at 80:

Dina Pathak

Dina Pathak (March 4, 1922 Amreli-October 11, 2002 Bandra) a.k.a. Dina Gandhi, Deena Pathak, Dina Sanghvi, Dina Phatak, Dina Phathak, Dina or Deena Gandhi was an Indian actor and theatre director. She had two children, Ratna Pathak and Supriya Pathak.

She died caused by myocardial infarction.

Dina Pathak was a renowned personality in the Indian theatre and film industry. She started her career in theatre at the age of 18 by joining the Indian National Theatre in Mumbai. She later co-founded the theatre group, 'Awishkar,' along with her husband, Baldev Pathak. Pathak made her debut in Hindi cinema with the film 'Gaman' (1978) and had a long and illustrious career, acting in over 120 films in Hindi, Gujarati and Bengali languages. Some of her notable films include 'Khatta Meetha,' 'Gharaonda,' 'Mangal Pandey,' and 'Sarfarosh.'

Pathak was also a trained classical singer and often lent her voice to various plays and films. Apart from acting, she was also a successful theatre director and had directed several plays, including the critically acclaimed play titled 'Mere Piya Gaye Rangoon.'

Pathak was a recipient of several prestigious awards, including the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 1986, the Padma Shri in 2002, and the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the film 'Mira Nair's Kama Sutra: A Tale of Love' (1996). Pathak passed away in October 2002 due to a heart ailment at the age of 80, leaving behind a legacy in theatre and cinema.

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Bhanumathi Ramakrishna

Bhanumathi Ramakrishna (September 7, 1925 Doddavaram-December 24, 2005 Chennai) also known as P. Bhanumathi, Bhanumathi, Paluvayi Bhanumathi, Dr. Paluvayi Bhanumathi Ramakrishna, Ashtavadhani, Paluvayi Bhanumathi Ramakrishna or Banumathi was an Indian singer, film director, actor, film producer, film score composer and writer. She had one child, Bharani Kumar.

She died in natural causes.

Bhanumathi Ramakrishna was a versatile artist who made significant contributions to the Indian film industry. She made her acting debut in the film 'Vipra Narayana' in 1935 at the young age of 10. Bhanumathi went on to act in over 200 films in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi languages during her career spanning five decades.

Apart from acting, Bhanumathi was a talented singer and composer. She recorded over 400 songs in various languages, many of which were written and composed by her. She is also remembered for her directorial debut, 'Chandirani' in 1953, making her the first female director in the Telugu film industry.

Bhanumathi was a recipient of several awards for her contributions to Indian cinema, including the Padma Bhushan in 2001. She was also a writer and published several books on music and philosophy. Her legacy as a multi-talented artist continues to inspire many in the Indian film industry to this day.

Tun Tun

Tun Tun (July 11, 1923 Uttar Pradesh-November 24, 2003 Mumbai) a.k.a. Uma Devi Khatri, Oma Devi, Tum Tum, Uma Devi, Tuntun umadevi, Uma, Tun-Tun, Tun Tun, umadevi, first woman comedienne of Hindi cinema or Tuntun was an Indian actor, comedian and playback singer.

Tun Tun's career spanned over five decades in the Indian film industry. She started her career as a playback singer in the late 1940s before making her debut as an actor with the film "Aar Paar" in 1954. Tun Tun was known for her impeccable comic timing and her ability to deliver humorous dialogues effortlessly. She appeared in over 300 films in various roles and worked with legendary actors like Dilip Kumar, Dev Anand, and Raj Kapoor.

Apart from acting, Tun Tun was also a talented playback singer and sang for films like "Pyaasa" and "Kaagaz Ke Phool". She was also a trained classical singer and would often incorporate classical music into her comedic performances. In 1963, Tun Tun was awarded the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award in India, in recognition of her contribution to the Indian film industry.

Despite facing discrimination due to her weight and appearance, Tun Tun broke barriers and established herself as a prominent figure in Hindi cinema. She paved the way for other women comedians in the industry and her legacy continues to inspire many aspiring actors and entertainers.

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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Helen Christie

Helen Christie (October 22, 1914 India-March 17, 1995 Worthing) was an Indian actor.

She was born in Allahabad, India to British parents and spent most of her childhood in England. Christie began her acting career in the 1930s and appeared in over 20 films, including major British productions such as "Jamaica Inn" and "The Thief of Bagdad". In 1937, she married the film director Brian Desmond Hurst and they had two children together. Christie also worked on stage, including a successful run in the West End production of "The Barretts of Wimpole Street". During World War II, she devoted her time to entertaining troops and supporting war efforts. After the war, Christie largely retired from acting to focus on raising her children. She died in 1995 at the age of 80.

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Meenakshi Shirodkar

Meenakshi Shirodkar (October 11, 1916-June 4, 1997 Mumbai) a.k.a. Minaxi, Meenaxi, Meenakshi or Ratan Pednekar was an Indian actor.

She was born in Goa and started her acting career in the Marathi film industry. She then went on to act in several Hindi films, including "Albela," "Parineeta" and "Chandni Bar." She was known for her versatility as an actor and was appreciated for her performances in both comic and serious roles. Shirodkar was also a trained classical singer and lent her voice to a number of songs in her films. She was awarded the Padma Shri in 1962 for her contribution to the Indian film industry. Despite retiring from acting in the 1970s, she continued to be remembered fondly by audiences and peers alike for her charming screen presence and memorable performances.

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