Argus News - Veteran Actor-Singer Sulakshana Pandit Dies Of Cardiac Arrest

Mumbai, Nov 7: Sulakshana Pandit, the celebrated actor and playback singer who graced Indian cinema in the 1970s and 1980s, passed away on Thursday evening following a cardiac arrest. She was 71.

Her brother, renowned music composer Lalit Pandit, confirmed the news, stating that Sulakshana had complained of breathlessness earlier in the day.

She was being taken to Nanavati hospital but died before could reach the hospital, her brother stated.

Sulakshana Pandit made her acting debut in 1975 with Uljhan, opposite Sanjeev Kumar, and quickly rose to prominence with her performances in films such as Chehre Pe Chehra, Sankoch, Hera Pheri, Khandaan, and Dharam Kanta.

She worked alongside some of Bollywood’s biggest stars, including Rajesh Khanna, Shashi Kapoor, and Vinod Khanna.

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Apart from her acting career, Pandit was also a gifted singer, known for her melodious voice and classical training. She was the niece of legendary vocalist Pandit Jasraj and sister to music composers Jatin and Lalit Pandit.

Her contributions to Hindi film music remain cherished by fans and critics alike.

Sulakshana had been unwell for some time, and her passing marks the end of an era in Indian entertainment. Her funeral is expected to be held in Mumbai, with family, friends, and admirers gathering to pay their respects.

The Indian film industry mourns the loss of a versatile artist whose voice and screen presence left an indelible mark on generations of moviegoers.