Kamini Kaushal Dies: India's Oldest Living Actress Passes Away At 98

Veteran actress Kamini Kaushal, regarded as the oldest living actress in India, has sadly passed away at the age of 98. Reports say she had been dealing with age-related health issues.Kamini Kaushal Dies

At 98A source close to the family was quoted as saying. “Kamini Kaushal’s family is extremely low profile, and needs privacy.”Kamini was one of the most iconic figures in Indian cinema. She reportedly worked in more than 90 films over her illustrious career. She started her journey with Neecha Nagar, which won the prestigious Palme d'Or (Golden Palm) at the Cannes Film Festival in 1946. She later appeared in several notable films, including Shaheed, Nadiya Ke Paar, Shabnam, Arzoo and Biraj Bahu. Do Bhai, Ziddi, Shabnam, Paras, Namoona, Jhanjar, Aabroo, Bade Sarkar, Jailor, Night Club and Godaan are among her other acclaimed works. The actress also worked in television, with her most iconic show being Chand Sitare on Doordarshan.Dharmendra's First Ever Co-StarDid you know Kamini Kaushal was Dharmendra's first-ever co-star? A few years ago, he had shared a picture from their first meeting and written, “Pehli film SHAHEED ki heroine Kamini Kaushal Ke saath pehli mulaqat ki pehli tasvir… Donon ke chihron par massart … ikk pyaar bhari introduction (My first meeting with the heroine of my first film Shaheed, Kamini Kaushal. There is happiness on both our faces, it was an introduction full of love )….”

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ALSO READ: Dharmendra Health News Live UpdatesKamini Kaushal is survived by sons Shravan, Vidur and Rahul Sood. They are yet to release an official statement. We at Zoom extend our heartfelt condolences to the family. May her soul rest in peace.