A promising life who died a sad death; Smita Patil’s life wrapped in pictures

Prateik Babbar

After Smita’s passing, Raj went back to live with Nadira, while Prateik lived with his maternal grandparents.

Smita Patil – Prateik Babbar

Smita’s happiness didn’t last long. At the age of 31, she died due to child birth complications just a few days after her and Raj’s son, Prateik Babbar, was born. It was speculated that she apparently had a heart attack in addition to hospital negligence.

Smita Patil – Raj Babbar

Smita Patil and Raj Babbar have worked together in many movies like Bheegi Palkein, Angaaarey, Jawaab, Tajurba and Awam.

Smita Patil – Raj Babbar – Nadira Babbar

Smita Patil started dating Raj Babbar who was already married to Nadira. Raj left his wife to marry Smita. She faced a lot of public backlash and criticism from the Feminist organisation for whom she worked hard.

Smita Patil

During her career, she received two National Film Awards and a Filmfare Award. She was the recipient of the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian honour in 1985.

Smita Patil

In 1982, Smita gave two commercial hits - Namak Halal and Shakti in which she was paired against Megastar Amitabh Bachchan. She has also worked with Superstar Rajesh Khanna in Angaaray, Akhir Kyun, Amrit and Awam.

Smita Patil

Apart from acting, Smita Patil was an active feminist and a member of the Women's Centre in Mumbai. In her films, Patil's character often represents an intelligent femininity that stands in relief against the conventional background of male-dominated cinema. She became famous for her roles in films that portrayed women as capable and empowered.

Smita Patil

Smita Patil made her debut with 'Mere Saath Chal' in 1974. She was regarded as one of the finest actress of her times. She worked in more than 75 Hindi and regional films in the career of 11 years.