Veteran actress Pravina Deshpande passes away at 60
Veteran Indian actress Pravina Deshpande has passed away at the age of 60 after a long and courageous battle with multiple myeloma, a form of blood cancer she had been fighting since 2019.
The news of her demise was confirmed by her family through an emotional message on her official social media account on February 17, 2026, leaving the entertainment world in deep sorrow.
Deshpande, a versatile performer with a career spanning several decades, was widely respected for her supporting roles in both Hindi and Marathi cinema, television serials, and digital platforms.
She breathed her last in Mumbai, where her final rites were conducted later that afternoon at a Hindu crematorium in Chakala Parsiwada, Andheri East.
Born in 1965, Pravina made her mark early in theatre before transitioning to television and films. Over the years, she became a familiar face in popular Hindi serials such as ‘Ghar Ek Mandir’, ‘Kumkum’, ‘Karam Apnaa Apnaa’ and ‘Kulfi Kumar Bajewala’, endearing her to audiences across generations.
Her filmography included notable roles in mainstream Bollywood films like ‘Ready’ (2011) alongside Salman Khan, where her performance as Shalu Chaudhary was particularly appreciated, as well as appearances in ‘Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran’ (2018), ‘Ek Villain’ (2014), and ‘Jalebi’ (2018).
Despite often playing character roles, her nuanced portrayals made a lasting impression on viewers and critics alike.
In recent years, Deshpande embraced the digital era, appearing in web series and OTT productions. She was seen in the 2026 crime thriller ‘Taskaree’ and had reportedly completed work on ‘The Family Man Season 3’, where she played a memorable role. These projects marked some of her final contributions to Indian entertainment.
Colleagues, co-stars, and fans have taken to social media to express their grief and pay tribute to her legacy, noting her professionalism, warmth, and enduring impact on the industry.
Tributes underscore how she lifted every scene she appeared in and how her loss will be deeply felt by the film, TV and theatre communities.
Pravina Deshpande is survived by her husband and two sons. Her legacy as a dependable and heartfelt performer will continue to resonate with audiences across India and beyond.