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Smita Patil

स्मिता पाटिल

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Smita Patil was an Indian actress who primarily worked in Hindi and Marathi films. Regarded among the greatest and finest actresses in the history of Indian cinema, she was known for her unconventional portrayal of strong and independent women.

BORN

17 October 1955

DIED

13 December 1986

HONOUR

Bengal Film Journalists' Association – Best Actress Award, 1988

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Key facts

Born
17 October 1955, Pune
Died
13 December 1986, Jaslok Hospital
State of birth
Pune, Maharashtra
Sector
Actors
Profession
Indian actress (1955–1986)
Gender
Female

Biography

Smita Patil was an Indian actress who primarily worked in Hindi and Marathi films. Regarded among the greatest and finest actresses in the history of Indian cinema, she was known for her unconventional portrayal of strong and independent women. Patil appeared in over 80 films, in a career that spanned over a decade and was the recipient of two National Film Awards, a Filmfare Award, a Maharashtra State Film Award and two Filmfare Awards Marathi. In 1985, Patil received the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian honour.

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Timeline

  1. 1955Born in Pune
  2. 1978Awarded the Maharashtra State Film Award for Best Actress
  3. 1978Awarded the National Film Award for Best Actress
  4. 1978Awarded the Filmfare Award Marathi for Best Actress
  5. 1981Awarded the National Film Award for Best Actress
  6. 1981Awarded the Filmfare Award Marathi for Best Actress
  7. 1982Awarded the Filmfare Award for Best Actress
  8. 1985Awarded the Padma Shri in arts
  9. 1986Dies in Jaslok Hospital
  10. 1988Awarded the Bengal Film Journalists' Association – Best Actress Award
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