Smita Patil: News
Smita Patil, born on October 17, 1955, was an Indian film, television, and theater actress. One of the greatest film actresses, Patil made her film debut with Shyam Benegal's 'Charandas Chor' in 1975. In a career that spanned over just a decade, Patil has appeared in over 80 films in numerous languages and has won two National Film Awards and a Filmfare Award. She was the recipient of the Padma Shri in 1985. She is widely regarded as one of the finest stage and film actresses of her time. She was also one of the leading actresses in parallel cinema. Some of her notable roles were in 'Jait Re Jait' (Marathi), 'Aaj Ki Awaaz', Bhumika', 'Ardh Satya', 'Amrit', 'Manthan', 'Chakra', 'Namak Halaal', and 'Mirch Masala' among others. Patil was married to actor-turned-politician Raj Babbar. She died on December 13, 1986, at the age of 31, owing to childbirth complications following their son, actor Prateik Babbar's birth. Her last screen appearance was in 'Galiyon Ke Badshah', released posthumously in 1989.
24 Dec 2024
Cannes Film FestivalThe year Shyam Benegal and Smita-Shabana duo shone at Cannes
In 1976, a new wave of Indian cinema was taking shape, under the visionary director Shyam Benegal. At just 42, he had already started revolutionizing the film industry with his debut feature Ankur.
23 Dec 2024
Cannes Film FestivalShyam Benegal, pioneer of Indian parallel cinema, dies at 90
Shyam Benegal, a pioneer of Indian parallel cinema, has died at the age of 90.
24 Jun 2024
BollywoodShabana Azmi questions actors' entourage; recalls having a three-member team
For the past few months, industry experts have been expressing their displeasure about the rising entourage costs of Bollywood stars, which shoot up films' budgets substantially.
03 Jun 2024
Cannes Film FestivalPrateik Babbar recycled mother Smita Patil's sarees for 'Manthan' screening
In a touching tribute to his late mother—the legendary actor Smita Patil—Prateik Babbar graced the Mumbai screening of her iconic film, Manthan, adorned in a unique ensemble.
15 May 2024
Cannes Film FestivalInfluencer Kinnari Jain heads to Cannes for Smita Patil's 'Manthan'
The 77th Cannes Film Festival, which began on Tuesday, is experiencing a significant representation of Indian cinema this year.
14 Dec 2023
Bollywood'Ankur' to 'Mandi': Shyam Benegal's best films
With eight National Awards, the veteran Indian filmmaker Shyam Benegal is touted to be one of the most influential filmmakers.
17 Oct 2023
BollywoodSmita Patil's birth anniversary: Memorable film that brought her fame
Legendary actor Smita Patil was born on October 17, 1955. A trendsetter in many ways, Patil is remembered for her iconic roles in Hindi and Marathi cinema.
08 Mar 2023
Shabana AzmiInternational Women's Day 2023: Revisiting classic Hindi feminist, women-oriented films
In its glorious history spanning over a century, Hindi cinema has tackled every issue one can think of.
03 Aug 2020
Mumbai PoliceSushant searched 'painless death,' Disha link upset him: Mumbai Police
Late Sushant Singh Rajput searched terms like "painless death" and "bipolar disorder" on the Internet, shortly before his death by alleged suicide on June 14, the Mumbai Police has revealed.
01 Aug 2020
Mumbai PoliceSushant was scared after former manager's death, claims friend
In an important development in the Sushant Singh Rajput's death case, the late actor's friend Smita has claimed that he had been doing fine until the death of his former manager, Disha Salian. However, he turned anxious and got scared for his own life, after that incident.
18 Jan 2019
Supreme Court Of IndiaBar dancers hope to get jobs back after SC's verdict
On Thursday, the Supreme Court relaxed strict rules needed for obtaining a dance bar license in Maharashtra and this has raised hopes of bar dancers.
28 Jul 2018
Prateik BabbarBiopic on my mother should be called 'Ek-Thi-Smita': Prateik Babbar
Prateik Babbar would love to have a biopic on his mother Smita Patil and he even has a title in mind. It should be called "Ek Thi Smita".
