Mumbai: Veteran actress Sandhya Shantaram, mythological filmmaker V. Shantaram’s wife, died at the age of 87. A famous artist in both Hindi and Marathi cinema, he was celebrated for his acting and dance skills that left a permanent impression on the audience.
V. in the evening 1950 and 60s. Growing prominently with Shantaram’s films. Among his most remembered works were “Jhanak Jhanak Payal Baje” in 1955, which exposed the classical dance on the big screen, followed by “Do Ahhe Baraha Hahat” in 1957, a national award -winning film that remained a benchmark in Indian cinema.
He played an important role in “Navrang” in 1959, where his performance stood for its innovation and music and scenes. The songs from these films, “Jhanak Jhoki Tariy Payal Baje Payalya” and “Nain So Nain Nahin Milo” became widely popular and strengthened their position as one of the most successful actresses of their time.
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His performance in the song “Ja Re Hat Naught” became a creed classic in the music industry and remains a superhit even after 6 decades of its release. In Marathi cinema, Sandhya’s performance in “Pinjra” in 1972, V. Directed by Shantaram, became distinguished. The film was noted for the discovery of social subjects, and its songs, such as “Mala Lagli Kunachi Uchi”, hit a raga with the audience.
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The song became a Panth Lavani song in the Marathi industry. “Cage” also added another milestone to his career to achieve the cult classic status in Marathi cinema. Born in Andhra Pradesh, Sandhya later moved to Mumbai to make a career in films. That v. Shantram’s third wife and her prominent woman became, who was in many of her acclaimed performances.
His cooperation brought some of the most memorable films to Indian cinema. His partnership with the filmmaker was considered as both personal and professional, in which Sandhya became synonymous with his style of storytelling. After his death, expressed condolences from various quarters. Indian politician and cricket administrator Ashish Sheller expressed grief over his death.
She tweeted in Marathi, in which it was translated, “The news of the death of actress Sandhya Shantaram ji for her role in the film Pinjra is deeply saddened. In both Marathi and Hindi cinema, she left a different mark on the audience through her extraordinary acting and dance skills.
His unforgettable performances will always remain in the hearts of the audience in films like “Jhanak Jhanak Payal Baje”, “Do Ankhen Barah Hath”, and especially “Cage”. Almighty grant can give eternal peace to his soul! ,
Sandhya Shantaram is remembered for her work that bridges Hindi and Marathi cinema, and her contribution is part of Indian film history.