Veteran Bollywood actress Kamini Kaushal passed away at the age of 98 on Friday, November 14, 2025, in Mumbai.

Kamini Kaushal was one of the leading actresses of the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s era of Indian cinema, sharing the screen with superstars like Ashok Kumar, Raj Kapoor, Dev Anand, Dilip Kumar, and legends such as Raaj Kumar and Dharmendra, among many others. The actress made an indelible mark in the industry with her very first film.

Her debut, *Neecha Nagar* (1946), won the prestigious Grand Prix du Festival International du Film at the inaugural Cannes Film Festival and remains the only Indian film to win the Palme d’Or. Directed by Chetan Anand, the film starred Uma Anand and Rafiq Anwar in the lead roles.

Throughout her illustrious career spanning more than seven decades, Kamini Kaushal appeared in over 70 films. She was last seen in the Aamir Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan starrer *Laal Singh Chaddha*, which hit theatres in 2022.

The actress was remembered by many for leaving an indelible mark on the silver screen, including megastars Amitabh Bachchan and Shahid Kapoor.

Taking to his blog, Amitabh Bachchan expressed his grief over her passing. “And another loss. A dear family friend of the days of yore, when there was no partition. Kamini Kaushal ji, legendary artist, an icon, who contributed immensely to our Industry and who remained with us till the very last,” he wrote.

The actor also recalled the relationship between Kamini Kaushal’s family and his mother. “Her family and Maa ji’s families were very dear friends in erstwhile pre-partition Punjab. Kamini ji’s elder sister was a very close friend of Maaji. They were classmates, and a most joyous bunch of likeminded friends,” Amitabh added.

He extended his condolences to Kamini Kaushal’s family, describing her as “a most pleasant, warm, affectionate, and talented artist.” He reflected, “An era of great remembrance gone, not just for the film fraternity, but as a member of the friends fraternity. One by one they all are leaving us. A most sad moment, filled only now with condolence and prayer.”

Actor Shahid Kapoor also paid a heartfelt tribute, remembering Kamini Kaushal as a “wonderful soul” and praising her professionalism and warmth. Shahid, who shared screen space with Kaushal in the 2019 film *Kabir Singh*, recalled his experience working with her as both a privilege and a pleasure.

Speaking to ANI, he said, “She was such a wonderful soul and working with her was just a pleasure and a privilege.”

Reflecting on her legacy, Shahid Kapoor added, “She brought a lot of warmth and a lot of dignity to *Kabir Singh* and she will always be remembered for being a fantastic artist. When I worked with her, she was so sharp and she was so professional and she was so kind and warm. May her soul rest in peace.”

Director Shoojit Sircar remembered his “forever inspiration,” Kamini Kaushal, sharing a special memory of the veteran actress and highlighting the deep impact she had on him.

On Saturday, November 15, Sircar posted a picture of the two on Instagram. Alongside the photo, he penned an emotional note, recalling how he once had the chance to meet Kamini Kaushal during the casting of *Gulabo Sitabo*, which he described as a “beautiful memory.”

In his post, he wrote, “A beautiful memory, a forever inspiration. I had the privilege of sharing a quiet moment with Kamini Kaushal during the casting of *Gulabo Sitabo*. I wish the stars had aligned so we could have created something together; her presence was graceful, warm, and elegant. Rest in peace, dear Kamini ji. You had the sweetest smile and voice.”

Kamini Kaushal’s final rites were performed on Saturday, with an intimate gathering of close family members in attendance. The atmosphere at the Worli crematorium remained solemn as loved ones bid their final farewell.

Her elder son, Vidhur, performed the final rites, leading the traditional Hindu rituals. Prior to that, Kamini Kaushal’s mortal remains were brought to the crematorium from her residence in Mumbai.
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