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News18
15 hours ago
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- News18
Veteran Marathi actor Jyoti Chandekar passes away at 69
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 17 (ANI): Veteran Marathi actor Jyoti Chandekar passed away at the age of 69 on August 16 in Pune, her daughter actress, best known for her role as 'Poorna Aji' in the TV show 'Tharala Tar Mag,' had been unwell for a daughter, Tejaswini Pandit, took to her Instagram on Saturday to confirm the news of her passing along with an emotional note. 'It is with deep sorrow that I share the news that our mother, the esteemed and beloved actress Mrs. Jyoti Chandekar Pandit, who lived life on her own terms and always smiled wholeheartedly, passed away today, 16th August, at the age of 69 after a brief illness," she wrote in Marathi Chandekar's funeral took place on Sunday morning at Pune's Vaikunth television channel 'Star Pravah', which airs Tharala Tar Mag, also paid tribute to the actor, remembering her warm presence and significant contribution to Marathi entertainment. Jyoti Chandekar started acting at the age of 12 and worked for over five decades in theatre, films, and television. She became a familiar face in Marathi households and earned respect for her powerful performances. Her notable films include Mee Sindhutai Sapkal (2010) and Guru (2016). She also acted alongside her daughter, Tejaswini Pandit, in the award-winning film Ticha Umbartha, directed by Dipti Ghonsikar, where she played Pandit's mother-in-law. (ANI)
Time of India
17 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Jyoti Chandekar funeral: Tejaswini Pandit breaks down inconsolably while performing last rites of her mother, Raj Thackeray offers condolences
The Marathi film industry is mourning the loss of veteran actress Jyoti Chandekar, who passed away on Saturday, August 16, at the age of 68 after a brief illness. Her demise has left a deep void in the hearts of fans and colleagues alike. Tejaswini Pandit performs last rites in tears On Sunday, August 17, Jyoti Chandekar 's funeral was held at 11 a.m. with family, friends, and admirers bidding her a tearful goodbye. Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray also paid his respects. A heart-wrenching video of her daughter, actress Tejaswini Pandit, has now surfaced on social media. Shared by Marathi news channel Sakal, the clip shows Tejaswini performing her mother's last rites with courage but breaking down inconsolably while looking at her late mother's mortal remains. Tejaswini's emotional statement Confirming the news of her mother's passing, Tejaswini Pandit shared an emotional statement in Marathi, 'It is with deep sorrow that I share the news that our mother, the esteemed and beloved actress Mrs. Jyoti Chandekar Pandit, who lived life on her own terms and always smiled wholeheartedly, passed away today, 16th August, at the age of 68 after a brief illness." Tejaswini Pandit shares audience would love to watch our show again and again Battling illness on set In 2024, while shooting for Tharala Tar Mag, Jyoti Chandekar fell ill due to low sodium levels and was hospitalised. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Could This NEW Collagen Blend Finally Reduce Your Cellulite? Vitauthority Learn More Undo She had to take a two-month-long break before returning to work. Recalling the phase in an interview with The Craft, she had said, 'It felt like I literally came back from the brink of death. No production waits two months for a single actor. But everyone waited for me. I wasn't working for two months, yet they managed everything so beautifully that it still felt like Poorna Aaji… Aaji is here. No one let my absence be felt." A glorious five-decade career Beginning her career as a child artiste at the age of 12, Jyoti Chandekar went on to become one of the most respected names in Marathi cinema. She won acclaim for her powerful performances in films like Mee Sindhutai Sapkal (2010), where she played the mother of Sindhutai, Guru (2016), Dholki (2015), Ticha Umbartha (2015), and Duniya Kari Salaam. In the 2023 remake Shyamchi Aai, based on Sane Guruji's autobiography, she once again showcased her unmatched emotional depth. On television, she became a household name with roles in Tu Saubhagyavati Ho (2012), Chhatriwali (2018), and as the much-loved 'Poorna Aaji' in Tharala Tar Mag (2022). Over the years, Jyoti Chandekar's contribution to cinema and theatre earned her multiple Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar awards for Best Supporting Actress, including for Sukhant, Paulwaat, and Ticha Umbartha. "Get the latest news updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."
News18
18 hours ago
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- News18
Tejaswini Pandit Breaks Down In Tears At Mother Jyoti Chandekar's Last Rites
Veteran actress Jyoti Chandekar passed away at 68. At her funeral, daughter Tejaswini Pandit performed the last rites and broke down in tears. Veteran Marathi actress Jyoti Chandekar passed away on Saturday at the age of 68. Her demise has sent a shockwave through the entire film industry. Her funeral took place today, August 17, at 11 a.m., and MNS Chief Raj Thackeray also paid his respects. A video of Tejaswini Pandit is now circulating on social media, showing her crying inconsolably as she performed the last rites of her mother. The video, shared by Marathi news channel Sakal, shows her fulfilling all the duties of a brave daughter as she performed the rituals and later broke down in tears while looking at her mother's body. Jyoti Chandekar fell sick onthe Tharala Tar Mag sets last year In 2024, while shooting for Tharala Tar Mag, Jyoti Chandekar fell ill on set due to low sodium levels. She was hospitalised and had to take a break of nearly two months before returning. Recalling the experience in an interview with The Craft, she said, 'It felt like I literally came back from the brink of death. No production waits two months for a single actor. But everyone waited for me. I wasn't working for two months, yet they managed everything so beautifully that it still felt like Poorna Aaji… Aaji is here. No one let my absence be felt." Jyoti Chandekar's glorious filmography Jyoti Chandekar enjoyed a distinguished acting career spanning over five decades, beginning as a child artiste around the age of 12. She delivered memorable performances in acclaimed Marathi films such as Mee Sindhutai Sapkal (2010), where she portrayed the mother of Sindhutai, and Guru (2016). Her nuanced roles in Dholki (2015), Paulwaat, Duniya Kari Salaam, and Ticha Umbartha (2015) further solidified her versatility. In the 2023 acclaimed remake Shyamchi Aai, she brought emotional depth to the film based on Sane Guruji's autobiography. On television, she became a beloved figure as 'Poorna Aaji" in Tharala Tar Mag (2022) and starred in popular series like Tu Saubhagyavati Ho (2012) and Chhatriwali (2018). Her contributions were often lauded – she received the Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar for Best Supporting Actress multiple times, including for Sukhant, Paulwaat, and Ticha Umbartha. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Veteran Marathi actor Jyoti Chandekar passes away; daughter Tejaswini Pandit pays tribute
Veteran Marathi actor Jyoti Chandekar passed away on Saturday after 'a brief illness'. She was 69. Jyoti's daughter, Tejaswini Pandit, confirmed the news of her mother's demise on social media. She shared a note in Marathi, which translates into English as, 'Mother 💔 Greetings, It is with great sorrow that we inform you that our beloved mother — full of life, cheerful, and making everyone laugh, as well as everyone's dearest senior actress, Mrs. Jyoti Chandekar Pandit, has sadly passed away today, on 16th August, at the age of 69, after a brief illness. Her last rites will be held tomorrow, 17th August, at 11 a.m. at Vaikunth Crematorium, Navi Peth, Pune. In grief: Tejaswini Pandit, Purnima Pandit, and the entire Chandekar–Pandit family 🙏.' Known for her performances in Mee Sindhutai Sapkal, Guru, Ticha Umbartha, Dharmakanya, Dholki, Paoolwaat, Guru, and Tharal Tar Mag, Jyoti Chandekar leaves behind a rich legacy spanning five decades. She was admired for her contributions to cinema, theatre, and television. The Marathi entertainment industry and fans are mourning the demise of Jyoti Chandekar. A post shared by Monika Dabade (@mostly_monika) A post shared by Amit Bhanushali (@ सर्वांची लाडकी पूर्णा आजी म्हणजेच ज्येष्ठ अभिनेत्री ज्योती चांदेकर यांना भावपूर्ण श्रद्धांजली…! #starpravah — Star Pravah (@StarPravah) August 16, 2025 Star Pravah also paid tribute to Jyoti Chandekar. The channel's official Instagram page shared her photo, with a caption in Marathi: 'Heartfelt tribute to everyone's beloved Purna grandmother – senior actress Jyoti Chandekar!'
Pink Villa
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Veteran Marathi actress Jyoti Chandekar passes away at 68, daughter Tejaswini says ‘lived life on her own terms'
Trigger warning: This article contains mention of death. Veteran Marathi actress Jyoti Chandekar left for a heavenly abode on August 16 in Pune. She was 68 years old. Chandekar, best known for Marathi TV show, Tharala Tar Mag, was reportedly undergoing treatment for a few days. She was battling from prolonged illess. Her daughter actress, Tejaswini Pandit confirmed the news on social media. Tejaswini Pandit mourns the loss of her late mother Jyoti Chandekar Recently, Tejaswini Pandit took to her Instagram handle to pay a heartfelt tribute to Jyoti Chandekar. In her Instagram story, Tejaswini shared a picture of her late mom and penned an emotional note for her in Marathi language. The note roughly translated reads, "It is with deep sorrow that we inform you of the passing of our beloved mother and everyone's cherished senior actress Mrs. Jyoti Chandekar Pandit, who lived life on her own terms and always greeted the world with a warm smile."
