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flag Veteran Indian actress Sandhya Shantaram, 94, died in Mumbai on October 4, 2025, from age-related health issues.

flag Veteran Indian actress Sandhya Shantaram, 94, died on October 4, 2025, in Mumbai, following age-related health issues. flag Born Vijaya Deshmukh in 1931, she rose to fame after being cast by filmmaker V. Shantaram in Amar Bhoopali (1952) and became a leading figure in Hindi and Marathi cinema. flag She starred in classics like Jhanak Jhanak Payal Baaje, Navrang, Do Aankhen Barah Haath, and Pinjra, known for her dance talent and emotional depth. flag Her 1961 role in Stree, featuring daring scenes with real lions, earned acclaim. flag She married Shantaram in 1956 and remained a key collaborator until his death in 1990. flag Tributes came from filmmakers and public figures, honoring her legacy in Indian cinema.

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