Veteran Actress Kamini Kaushal Passes Away at 98, A Golden Era Icon Fades
Updated on: 14 November, 2025 02:14 PM IST |Shweta Shah
Film icon Kamini Kaushal dies at 98
The legendary storyteller of Hindi cinema, Kamini Kaushal, has bid farewell. At the age of 98, she passed away, leaving behind a rich tapestry of performances and a legacy that stretches across decades. Her death is more than the end of a life—it marks the closing of a chapter in India’s film history.
Kamini Kaushal emerged on screen in the mid-1940s and quickly became one of the most sought-after leading ladies of her time.
Her debut and subsequent early roles showed a rare blend of elegance, naturalness and grounded emotion—qualities that made her stand out in an era when cinematic storytelling was far simpler yet profound.
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Her work in films such as Do Bhai (1947), Shaheed (1948), Nadiya Ke Paar (1948), Ziddi (1948), Shabnam (1949), Paras (1949), Namoona (1949), Arzoo (1950), Jhanjar (1953), Aabroo (1956), Bade Sarkar (1957), Jailor (1958) and Godaan (1963) remain celebrated classics of her era.
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When many might have stepped aside, Kamini chose to reinvent herself. In the mid-1960s, she shifted from playing leads to taking on strong character roles — a transition that revitalised her career rather than limiting it.
Her performance in Shaheed (1965) drew acclaim and proved that an actor’s value lies not in age but in conviction.
Throughout the 1970s, she continued to leave her mark in films like Do Raaste (1969), Prem Nagar (1974), Maha Chor (1976) and Anhonee (1973) — gradually building a filmography that younger actors would look back on with admiration.
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Yet what stands out as much as her performances is her demeanour. The veteran actress was known for keeping a dignified distance from the limelight, even at the height of her stardom. That grace, that quiet self-possession, continued throughout her life.
Confirming her passing, a source told journalist Vickey Lalwani: “Kamini Kaushal’s family is extremely low profile and needs privacy.”
Her death isn’t simply the loss of an actress. It is the farewell of someone who lived through the very evolution of Indian cinema—from black-and-white frames to the digital age—without ever losing her quiet strength.
Her journey stands as a testament to dedication, perseverance and timeless craft.
As the curtain falls on Kamini Kaushal’s chapter, we’re reminded of the enduring power of storytelling, the potency of authentic screen presence, and the beauty of an actor who understood that sometimes, less is infinitely more.
May she rest in peace, and may her work continue to inspire generations to come.
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