Indian movie stars died in 2008
Here are 4 famous actresses from India died in 2008:
Jayshree Gadkar
Jayshree Gadkar (February 21, 1942 Karwar-August 29, 2008 Mumbai) also known as Jayashree Gadkar, Jayshree, Jayshri Gadkar, Jaishree Gadkar or Jayashree Gadhkar was an Indian actor.
She appeared in over 100 Marathi and Hindi films, and is best known for her roles in Marathi films such as "Sant Gyaneshwar" and "Sawat Majhi Ladki". Gadkar started her career in acting in 1959 with V. Shantaram's film "Navrang". She also acted in the historical TV series, "Raja Shivchatrapati". Gadkar was recognized for her contributions to the Marathi film industry with the V. Shantaram Lifetime Achievement Award in 2005. She passed away in 2008 due to heart failure.
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Begum Para
Begum Para (December 25, 1926 Jhelum-December 9, 2008 Mumbai) was an Indian actor. She had one child, Ayub Khan.
Begum Para was one of the most prominent actors of the Indian film industry during the 1950s and 1960s. She began her career in 1947 with the film "Hamari Baat" and went on to appear in more than 50 films in a career spanning over two decades. She was known for her exceptional acting skills and was often cast in supporting roles alongside top actors such as Dilip Kumar and Raj Kapoor. Some of her notable films include "Boond Jo Ban Gayi Moti", "Baap Re Baap", and "Arzoo". After her marriage to actor Nasir Khan, she took a break from acting but returned to the screen after their separation. Begum Para passed away in Mumbai in 2008 at the age of 81. Her contribution to Indian cinema will always be remembered.
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Kumari
Kumari (November 27, 2014 Tenali-March 3, 2008 Vijayawada) was an Indian actor.
Starting his career in the late 1940s, Kumari went on to act in over 100 films in various South Indian languages. He was particularly known for his roles in mythological and historical films. Kumari received numerous awards and honors for his contributions to Indian cinema, including the prestigious Padma Shri in 2006. Besides acting, Kumari was also a skilled cricket player and played for the Andhra Pradesh cricket team in his youth. He was widely admired for his humble and kind nature, and his legacy continues to inspire aspiring actors in India.
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Manorama
Manorama (August 16, 1926 Lahore-February 15, 2008 Charkop) otherwise known as Erin Isaac Daniel, Manorma, Erin Issac Daniels or Baby Iris was an Indian actor. Her child is called Rita Haksar.
Manorama began her acting career in 1936 with the Tamil film "Miss Kamala". She went on to act in over 1,500 films in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Hindi, and Malayalam cinema. Her most famous roles were in films like "Bhakta Kuchela", "Thiruvilayadal", and "Karnan".
In addition to her acting career, Manorama was also a playback singer and dubbed for other actresses. She won several awards for her performances, including the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actress in 1982 for the film "Sankarabharanam".
Manorama was also involved in philanthropic work, and was known for her generosity and kindness within the film industry. She passed away in February 2008 due to a heart attack.
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