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Indian movie stars died in 2004

Here are 8 famous actresses from India died in 2004:

M. S. Subbulakshmi

M. S. Subbulakshmi (September 16, 1916 Madurai-December 11, 2004 Chennai) a.k.a. M.S. Subbulakshmi, Subbulakshmi, M.S., MS Subbulakshmi, Madurai Shanmukhavadivu Subbulakshmi, Kunjamma, The Nightingale of India, M.S. or Subbulakshmi was an Indian singer and actor. She had two children, Radha Viswanathan and Vijaya Rajendran.

Subbulakshmi trained in Carnatic music from a young age and made her public debut at the age of 13. She went on to become one of the most celebrated Carnatic vocalists in India, known for her renditions of classical compositions and devotional songs. She also acted in a few Tamil films, including Meera and Sakuntalai.

Subbulakshmi's career spanned several decades, and she was the first Indian musician to perform at the United Nations General Assembly in 1966. She was awarded the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award, in 1998, and was also the first musician to receive the Ramon Magsaysay award for public service in 1974.

Aside from her musical career, Subbulakshmi was also known for her philanthropic work, including her efforts to promote education and the arts in India. Her legacy continues to inspire musicians and fans of Indian classical music around the world.

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Suraiya

Suraiya (June 15, 1929 Gujranwala-January 31, 2004 Marine Drive, Mumbai) also known as Suraiya Jamal Shaikh, Suraiya Mubin, Suraiya Jamaal Sheikh, Suraiyya, Queen Of Melody or Malika-e-Tarannum was an Indian singer, actor and playback singer.

Suraiya began her acting career in 1946 with the film "Taj Mahal", and went on to become a leading actress in Indian cinema during the 1940s and 1950s. She appeared in over 40 films, and was known for her roles in films such as "Badi Bahen", "Mirza Ghalib" and "Anmol Ghadi".

Apart from acting, Suraiya was also a proficient singer and recorded several hit songs for Hindi films during her career. Some of her most popular songs include "Panchhi Ja", "Dekh Liya Maine Kismat Ka Tamasha" and "Tu Mera Chand".

Suraiya's career spanned two decades, and she was one of the most prominent actresses of her time. She received several awards for her contributions to Indian cinema, including the Padma Shri in 2003. Despite suffering from health issues, Suraiya continued to perform until the early 1980s. She passed away in 2004 at the age of 74.

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 predominantly worked in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi films and was regarded as one of the most versatile and talented actresses of her time. Soundarya received numerous awards for her performances, including four Filmfare Awards, one Tamil Nadu State Film Award, and one Nandi Award.

Aside from her acting career, Soundarya also produced films through her production company, Ocher Studios. She was involved in several charitable organizations and was known for her philanthropic work, particularly for women and children's welfare.

Tragically, Soundarya passed away at the age of 32 in a plane crash in Bangalore while on her way to launch her political campaign. She continues to be remembered as one of the most beloved actresses of South Indian cinema.

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Nirupa Roy

Nirupa Roy (January 4, 1931 Valsad-October 13, 2004 Mumbai) a.k.a. Kokila Kishorechandra Balsara, Nirupa, Kokila Kishorechandra Bulsara, Kokila, Roy, the greatest "Maa", Queen of misery or Mother of Bollywood was an Indian actor. Her children are called Kiran Roy and Yogesh Roy.

Nirupa Roy began her acting career in 1946 with the film "Vidya". She went on to become one of the most sought-after character actresses in Bollywood, particularly known for her roles as a mother figure. She played mother roles opposite many of Bollywood's biggest stars, such as Amitabh Bachchan and Rajesh Khanna. Some of her most notable films include "Deewar," "Amar Akbar Anthony," and "Muqaddar Ka Sikandar." In addition to her successful film career, Nirupa Roy was also a trained classical singer and often lent her voice to her own onscreen performances. Roy received numerous accolades throughout her career, including the Filmfare Best Supporting Actress award for her role in "Munimji" in 1955. Nirupa Roy passed away in October 2004 at the age of 73.

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Veena

Veena (July 4, 1926 Quetta-November 14, 2004 Mumbai) otherwise known as Veena Sapru, Veena Kumari or Tajour Sultana was an Indian actor.

She predominantly worked in Hindi cinema and is remembered for her spectacular performances in films like 'Baiju Bawra', 'Anpadh' and 'Taj Mahal'. Veena began her acting career in the late 1940s and worked in the film industry for around three decades. Apart from Hindi films, she also appeared in a few Punjabi movies. Veena was known for playing strong and impactful roles, often portraying characters that were ahead of their time. In addition to acting, she was also an accomplished singer and dancer. Veena was honored with the prestigious Padma Shri award in the year 1969 for her contribution to Indian cinema.

Nafisa Joseph

Nafisa Joseph (March 28, 1978 Bangalore-July 29, 2004 Mumbai) was an Indian actor, model and presenter.

She rose to fame after winning the Miss India Universe title in 1997, and subsequently worked as a television presenter on MTV India. Joseph was also a popular face on Indian television, hosting several shows and appearing in multiple commercials. She made her acting debut in the Bollywood film, "Censor" in 2001. Unfortunately, her life was cut short when she died by suicide in 2004, which shocked the Indian entertainment industry and her fans. Her tragic death sparked much-needed conversations about mental health and the importance of seeking help when needed. Joseph is still remembered as an iconic figure in the Indian fashion and entertainment industry.

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Laxmi Chhaya

Laxmi Chhaya (January 7, 1948-May 9, 2004 Mumbai) also known as Laxmi Chaya, Lakshmi Chaya, Lakshmi Chhaya, Laxmi Chayya or Laxmichhaya was an Indian actor.

She was born in Karachi, British India (now Pakistan) and began her acting career in the late 1960s. She appeared in over 50 Hindi films, including "Mera Gaon Mera Desh", "Jab Jab Phool Khile", and "Do Raaste".

Chhaya also appeared in a few Marathi and Gujarati films. She was known for her dancing skills and performed in several popular songs of the time.

In addition to her film career, Chhaya was also a trained classical dancer and performed on stage and television. She was a recipient of the Maharashtra State Film Awards for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the film "Lapandav".

Chhaya continued to act in films until her untimely death in 2004 at the age of 56 due to a heart attack.

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Jikki

Jikki (November 3, 1935 Chandragiri-August 16, 2004 Chennai) also known as Pillavalu Gajapathi Krishnaveni, Krishnaveni Jikki or G. Krishnaveni was an Indian actor.

In addition to her acting career, Jikki was also a renowned playback singer in the South Indian film industry. She began her career as a child artist and went on to act in over 300 films. Jikki is particularly remembered for her performances in the Tamil films "Sarangadhara" and "En Thangai". As a playback singer, she lent her voice to many popular hits, including "Amma Endralaikatha" from the film "Mannan" and "Yaar Antha Nilavu" from "Mouna Geethangal". She received numerous awards for her contributions to both acting and playback singing, including the National Film Award for Best Female Playback Singer for the song "Naandhane" from the Tamil film "Karnan".