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Indian movie stars died in 2013

Here are 9 famous actresses from India died in 2013:

Sukumari

Sukumari (October 6, 1940 Nagercoil-March 26, 2013 Chennai) a.k.a. Padmashri Sukumari was an Indian actor, singer and dancer. She had one child, Dr. Suresh Bhimsingh.

Sukumari was known for her work in South Indian cinema, particularly in Tamil and Malayalam films. She began her career as a child artist and went on to act in over 2,500 films in a career that spanned over six decades.

Apart from acting, Sukumari was also a prolific singer and has sung numerous songs in Tamil and Malayalam movies. She was a trained dancer and had performed in various stage shows and dance dramas.

Sukumari was known for her versatility and had essayed a wide range of roles in her long and illustrious career. She had won several awards, including four Kerala State Film Awards, for her performances in films.

She passed away in 2013 at the age of 72, leaving behind a rich legacy in South Indian cinema.

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Jiah Khan

Jiah Khan (February 20, 1988 New York City-June 3, 2013 Juhu) also known as Nafisa Khan or Jiah Nafisa Khan was an Indian actor and model.

She was born and brought up in New York City but moved to London during her teenage years. Jiah made her acting debut in the Bollywood film Nishabd in 2007, which earned her a Filmfare Best Female Debut Award nomination. She went on to act in other successful films like Ghajini and Housefull. Jiah was also trained in opera and was a talented singer. She pursued her passion for music by appearing on a couple of singing reality shows. Unfortunately, Jiah passed away tragically in 2013 at the age of 25. Her death shocked the film industry and her fans worldwide.

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Manjula Vijayakumar

Manjula Vijayakumar (September 9, 1953-July 23, 2013 Chennai) a.k.a. Manjula was an Indian actor. Her children are called Sridevi Vijaykumar, Preetha Vijayakumar, Vanitha Vijaykumar, Anitha Vijayakumar, Kavitha Vijayakumar and Vanitha Vijayakumar.

Manjula Vijayakumar was a renowned Tamil film actress, who appeared in over 100 films in her career. She made her debut in the film Shanthi Nilayam in 1969, which was directed by her father S. V. Sahasranamam. Some of her most notable works include Kuzhandaiyum Deivamum, Rickshawkaran, and Avalukku Nigar Avale.

Apart from being an actress, Manjula was also a trained Bharatanatyam dancer and had performed on stage several times. She was a loving mother of six children and was married to the famous actor Vijayakumar.

In 2013, Manjula passed away at the age of 59 due to a heart attack, leaving behind a legacy of remarkable performances on the big screen.

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Rajasulochana

Rajasulochana (August 15, 1935 Vijayawada-March 5, 2013 Chennai) a.k.a. Raja Sulochana or Pilliarchetty Bhakthavatsalam Naidu Rajeevalochana was an Indian actor and dancer.

She began her career in 1949 with the film "Gruhapravesam" and went on to act in over 200 films in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Hindi. She was known for her roles in films like "Lava Kusa," "Narthanasala," and "Raktha Sambandham." Rajasulochana was also a trained classical dancer and often incorporated her dance skills into her performances on screen. She received several awards for her contribution to cinema, including the Nandi Award and the Tamil Nadu State Film Award. Rajasulochana was married to producer-director A. L. Srinivasan and the couple had two children together. She passed away in 2013 at the age of 77 due to cardiac arrest.

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Radha Viswanathan

Radha Viswanathan also known as Radha Sadasivam, Radha Burnier, Radha Devi or Radha was an Indian actor. Her children are called Lakshmi, Chandrasekhar and Shrinivasan Viswanathan.

In addition to her career in acting, Radha Viswanathan was also known for her contributions to the field of classical Indian music. As the daughter of legendary musician M.S. Subbulakshmi, Radha grew up immersed in the world of Carnatic music and went on to become a highly respected performer and teacher herself. She was a devoted follower of the philosophy of Theosophy, which was founded by her grandfather, and served as the International President of The Theosophical Society from 1980 until her passing in 2013. Throughout her life, Radha worked tirelessly to promote the values of universal brotherhood, social justice, and spiritual growth through her various artistic and philosophical endeavors.

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Dulari

Dulari (April 18, 1928-January 18, 2013 Pune) a.k.a. Dulari Bai, Dhulari, Dulaari, Miss Dulari, Dulhari or Ambika Gautam was an Indian actor. Her child is called Charulata Jagtap.

Dulari was born to a Brahmin family in the British Indian Empire. She debuted in the film industry with the 1949 film "Hamari Beti" and went on to work in over 100 films in a career spanning over three decades. Dulari was best known for her supporting roles and supporting comedic roles. She was often cast as a mother or a grandmother due to her mature looks, even though she was not very old in real life.

Some of her notable films include "Pyaasa" (1957), "Chalti Ka Naam Gaadi" (1958), "Kaagaz Ke Phool" (1959), "Mughal-e-Azam" (1960), "Mother India" (1957), and "Bobby" (1973). She received critical acclaim for her performance in the film "Devdas" (1955), where she played the role of Paro's mother.

Despite being a character artist, Dulari left an indelible mark on the Indian film industry with her memorable performances. She was known for her impeccable comic timing and her ability to bring life to any character she played on-screen. Dulari passed away in 2013 at the age of 84 in Pune.

Purnima

Purnima (March 2, 1932 Mumbai-August 14, 2013) a.k.a. Poornima, Purnima Sen, Meher Bano, Purnima Das Verma or Meherbhano Mohammad Ali was an Indian actor. She had one child, Anwar Hashmi.

Purnima began her acting career in the 1950s and gained popularity in the 1960s with her roles in movies such as Chhalia (1960), Mere Mehboob (1963), and Gumrah (1963). She was known for her versatility and worked in a variety of genres including drama, romance, and thriller.

Purnima also acted in Bengali and Punjabi films, and was awarded the Bengal Film Journalists' Association Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in the Bengali film Chhobi in 1977.

In addition to acting, Purnima was a trained classical dancer and showcased her skills in some of her films. She also worked as a playback singer for some of her movies.

Purnima retired from acting in the 1980s and spent the rest of her life out of the limelight. She passed away in 2013 at the age of 81 in Mumbai.

Uma Shivakumar

Uma Shivakumar (November 27, 2014 Bangalore-June 25, 2013 Chamrajpet) a.k.a. Baddi Bangaramma, An elder sister of theatre or Bandi Bangaramma was an Indian actor.

She began her acting career in the 1930s and was known for her versatile roles in Kannada cinema. She acted in over 400 films in a career spanning almost six decades. She was also a renowned theatre personality, having acted in numerous plays with her husband, Shivaram. Uma Shivakumar was highly respected in the film industry for her talent and dedication. Her contribution to Kannada cinema and theatre is remembered fondly by her fans and colleagues.

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Bhanumati Devi

Bhanumati Devi (May 15, 1934 Myanmar-January 4, 2013 Puri) a.k.a. Bhanumati was an Indian actor. She had one child, Swarnalata Panda.

Born in Myanmar to Indian parents, Bhanumati made her debut in the Oriya film industry in 1957 with the film "Sri Lokanath". She went on to act in over 50 films across languages including Oriya, Bengali, Hindi and Telugu. Bhanumati received the Best Supporting Actress award at the National Film Awards for her performance in the film "Sansar Simante" in 1976. Besides acting, she was also actively involved in social work and was a member of the Indian Red Cross Society. She passed away in 2013 in Puri, Odisha at the age of 78.

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