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ProfessionActor
NationalityIndian
Date of Birth20/06/1954
Age71 years (died on 13, Mar, 2026)
BirthplaceMumbai, India
Date of Death13/03/2026

Latest News about Madhu Malhotra

13/03/2026

Madhu Malhotra died on 13 March 2026 in Mumbai at the age of 71, according to reports from her family and major Indian news outlets. Her son Manu said she died at Holy Spirit Hospital in Andheri after heart failure linked to cardiac issues and blockages, and her last rites were held at Oshiwara Crematorium the following day.

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Bio/Wiki

Madhu Malhotra was a veteran Indian actress known for her memorable supporting roles in Hindi cinema during the 1970s, 1980s, and 1990s. She appeared in over 100 films, often in minor or cameo roles, and was a familiar face in Bollywood despite never playing a lead character. Her career included notable collaborations with directors like Shakti Samanta and Subhash Ghai.

Physical Stats & More

Eye ColourBrown
Hair ColourBrown

Personal Life

Madhu Malhotra was known for her multiple marriages and a complex personal life. She was a familiar figure in the Indian film industry's social circles during her active years.

Relationships & More

Marital StatusDivorced
Husband/Spouse
  • Madan (ex-husband, deceased)
  • Mahesh Anand (actor, dancer, m. 1992
  • divorced)
  • Chouhan (ex-husband)
Children
  • Son - Manu
  • Daughter - Rakhee Malhotra
  • Daughter - (unnamed)

Family

Son Manu confirmed her death and was present at the hospital. Her last rites were performed by her family at Oshiwara Crematorium.

Career

Debut FilmAndhera (1975)
Notable Films
  • Satte Pe Satta (1982)
  • Hero (1983)
  • Bad Aur Badnam (1984)
  • The Great Gambler (1979)
  • Karz (1980)
  • Vidhaata (1982)
  • Khooni Murda (1989)
  • Roohani Taqat (1991)
  • Shradhanjali (1981)
  • Vishwanath (1978)
  • Kaala Patthar
  • Sambandh
  • Ghulam
Collaborations
  • Frequently collaborated with Subhash Ghai
  • Worked with Shakti Samanta on The Great Gambler

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Madhu Malhotra gained recognition through her appearances in films like ‘Satte Pe Satta’ (1982), starring Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini.
2. She received appreciation for her performances in films even though she never appeared in a lead role.
3. In 1983, she appeared in the film ‘Hero,’ which featured actors like Jackie Shroff, Meenakshi Sheshadri, and Sanjeev Kumar.
4. Her appearance as a gypsy woman in the film’s song ‘Lambi Judai’ became eye-catching.
5. According to some sources, she had multiple marriages, one of which was with a man named Chouhan.
6. She made her mainstream Hindi cinema debut in Shakti Samanta's 1979 crime action film The Great Gambler, playing the sister of Amitabh Bachchan's character.
7. She was a familiar face in Hindi films of the 1970s and 1980s, acting in over 100 movies, mostly in minor roles.
8. She frequently collaborated with Subhash Ghai, appearing in cameos in films like Vishwanath (1978), Karz (1980), and Vidhaata (1982).
9. She was cast opposite Paintal in the ensemble film Satte Pe Satta.
10. She was remembered for her role as the joyous girl in a beach hat in the song 'Mausam mastana'.
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