Veteran Bollywood actor Shashikala passed away on Sunday, 4 April, as per a report by The Times of India. She was 88. Shashikala reportedly breathed her last at her residence in Mumbai. An official statement from the family is awaited.
Shashikala had been a part of over 100 films, essaying several pivotal roles. She had earned a lot of appreciation for her performance in Aarti (1962), co-starring Meena Kumari, Ashok Kumar, and Pradeep Kumar. She is also remembered for her roles in Khubsoorat, Anupama and Ayi Milan Ke Bela to name a few.
Shah Rukh had acted with Shashikala in Badshah, wherein she played Khan's mother. The veteran actor had also made a special appearance in Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham.
In 2007, Shashikala was honoured with the Padma Shri award for her contribution to cinema.
(With inputs from The Times of India)