Archive · 13 Dec 2025

Raj Babbar Remembers Smita Patil on Death Anniversary

Raj Babbar Remembers Smita Patil on Death Anniversary

Raj Babbar, a famous actor and politician, wrote a heartfelt message on Instagram to remember his late wife, Smita Patil, on the 39th anniversary of her death.

Smita Patil was a well-known actress in the 1980s, especially in parallel cinema.

She was very young when she passed away, just 31 years old, shortly after giving birth to her son, Prateik Babbar.

Raj Babbar and Smita Patil met on the sets of a movie called Bheegi Palkein in 1982 and got married in 1983.

Even though their marriage was short, Smita Patil left a lasting impact on Indian cinema with her powerful performances in movies like Manthan, Bazaar, Ardh Satya, and Waaris.

She was also awarded the Padma Shri, one of India's highest civilian honors.

Another actor, Jackie Shroff, also paid tribute to Smita Patil on Instagram.

People still remember and celebrate her work and the way she brought life to the stories of common people.

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