Praveena Deshpande Passes Away – Popular Actress Loses Battle With Cancer

Actress Praveena Deshpande Dies of Cancer – A very sad news has come from the entertainment industry. Veteran actress Praveena Deshpande, who made her a household name with her brilliant acting, is no longer with us. She breathed her last on February 17, 2026, at the age of 60.

Praveena had been battling multiple myeloma (a type of blood cancer) for quite some time. Her family confirmed this sad news on social media. Her last rites were performed at the crematorium in Andheri (Chakala Parsiwada), Mumbai.

How was Praveena Deshpande’s film career?

Praveena was one of those actors who, although she played fewer lead roles, made any film or show seem incomplete without her. She carved a niche for herself in both Marathi and Hindi cinema.

‘Ready’ with Salman Khan: She gained recognition among Hindi audiences with the film ‘Ready’ (2011), in which she played the role of Shalu Chaudhary.

Other big-screen films: She also showcased her stellar acting chops in films like John Abraham’s “Parmanu,” Sidharth Malhotra’s “Ek Villain,” and “Jalebi.”

Beginnings in the Theater: Few people know that before entering the glamour world, she did theater for years, which honed her acting skills.

A Well-Known Face in the TV World

If you’re a TV fan, you’ve likely seen Praveena Ji in several hit serials. She often played a mother or a strong supporting character:

Kumkum

Ghar Ek Mandir

Karma Apna Apna

Kulfi Kumar Bajewala

“Taskari” and “The Family Man 3”

Even in her lifetime, Praveena Ji remained dedicated to her work. She recently made a cameo appearance in Neeraj Pandey’s web series “Taskari” (starring Emraan Hashmi). According to reports, she has also completed shooting for “The Family Man Season 3,” in which she will play Manoj Bajpayee’s mother. This will be one last gift for her fans.