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Smita Patil

Smita Patil Image Source : Wikipedia
  • Born 17 October 1955
  • Place of Birth Pune
  • Occupation Film Actor, Stage Actor, Television Actor, Actor
  • Father Shivajirao Girdhar Patil
  • Spouse Raj Babbar
  • Education St. Xavier's College, Mumbai, University Of Mumbai, Elphinstone College, Fergusson College
  • Years active 1974-1986
  • Children Prateik Babbar

Related Other Pages:

  • Galiyon Ka Badshah, 
  • Arth
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ABOUT Smita Patil

Smita Patil: A Paragon of Parallel Cinema Smita Patil (1955-1986), a towering figure in Indian cinema, left an indelible mark with her powerful portrayals of strong, independent women. Her career, spanning over a decade, encompassed over 80 films, seamlessly blending parallel cinema with mainstream productions. Patil's cinematic journey began with Shyam Benegal's Charandas Chor (1975). She quickly rose to prominence, becoming a leading lady of the parallel cinema movement. Her performances were critically acclaimed, garnering her two National Film Awards for Best Actress (Bhumika, 1977; Chakra, 1981), a Filmfare Award, a Maharashtra State Film Award, and two Filmfare Awards Marathi. In 1985, she was honoured with the Padma Shri. Her iconic roles include the poignant portrayal in Bhumika, the rebellious spirit in Aakrosh (1980), and the complex characters in Arth (1982), Mandi (1983), and Mirch Masala (1985). These performances showcased her versatility and ability to embody diverse female characters with authenticity. Beyond acting, Patil was a vocal feminist and actively championed women's rights. Tragically, she died in 1986 at the age of 31 due to complications from childbirth. Her legacy continues through her son, actor Prateik Babbar, and her enduring influence on Indian cinema. More than ten films were released posthumously, a testament to her prolific career and lasting impact.

Smita Patil FILMS AND CREDITS

Previous Movies Upcoming Movies
  • Galiyon Ka Badshah
  • Galiyon Ka Badshah

    ( 1989 )

No Upcoming Movies
  • Oonch Neech Beech
  • Oonch Neech Beech

    ( 1989 )

  • Akarshan
  • Akarshan

    ( 1988 )

  • Waaris
  • Waaris

    ( 1988 )

  • Hum Farishte Nahin
  • Hum Farishte Nahin

    ( 1988 )

  • Sher Shivaji
  • Sher Shivaji

    ( 1987 )

  • Aaj
  • Aaj

    ( 1987 )

  • Thikana
  • Thikana

    ( 1987 )

  • Avam
  • Avam

    ( 1987 )

  • Ahsaan
  • Ahsaan

    ( 1987 )

  • Raahee
  • Raahee

    ( 1987 )

  • Dance Dance
  • Dance Dance

    ( 1987 )

  • Debshishu
  • Debshishu

    ( 1987 )

  • Nazrana
  • Nazrana

    ( 1987 )

  • Insaniyat Ke Dushman
  • Insaniyat Ke Dushman

    ( 1987 )

  • Mere Saath Chal
  • Mere Saath Chal

    ( 1986 )

  • Angaaray
  • Angaaray

    ( 1986 )

  • Dahleez
  • Dahleez

    ( 1986 )

  • Anokha Rishta
  • Anokha Rishta

    ( 1986 )

  • Teesra Kinara
  • Teesra Kinara

    ( 1986 )

  • Amrit
  • Amrit

    ( 1986 )

  • Mirch Masala
  • Mirch Masala

    ( 1986 )

  • Aap Ke Saath
  • Aap Ke Saath

    ( 1986 )

  • Dilwaala
  • Dilwaala

    ( 1986 )

  • Kaanch Ki Deewar
  • Kaanch Ki Deewar

    ( 1986 )

  • Sutradhar
  • Sutradhar

    ( 1986 )

  • Aakhir Kyon?
  • Aakhir Kyon?

    ( 1985 )

  • Meraa Ghar Mere Bachche
  • Meraa Ghar Mere Bachche

    ( 1985 )

  • Ghulami
  • Ghulami

    ( 1985 )

  • Jawaab
  • Jawaab

    ( 1985 )

  • Chidambaram
  • Chidambaram

    ( 1985 )

  • Kanoon Meri Mutthi Mein
  • Kanoon Meri Mutthi Mein

    ( 1984 )

  • Giddh: The Vulture
  • Giddh: The Vulture

    ( 1984 )

  • Shapath
  • Shapath

    ( 1984 )

  • Meraa Dost Meraa Dushman
  • Meraa Dost Meraa Dushman

    ( 1984 )

  • Anand Aur Anand
  • Anand Aur Anand

    ( 1984 )

  • Tarang
  • Tarang

    ( 1984 )

  • Kasam Paida Karne Wale Ki
  • Kasam Paida Karne Wale Ki

    ( 1984 )

  • Pet Pyaar Aur Paap
  • Pet Pyaar Aur Paap

    ( 1984 )

  • Raavan
  • Raavan

    ( 1984 )

  • Aaj Ki Awaz
  • Aaj Ki Awaz

    ( 1984 )

  • Hum Do Hamare Do
  • Hum Do Hamare Do

    ( 1984 )

  • Sharaabi
  • Sharaabi

    ( 1984 )

  • Farishta
  • Farishta

    ( 1984 )

  • Anveshane
  • Anveshane

    ( 1983 )

  • Mandi
  • Mandi

    ( 1983 )

  • Ardh Satya
  • Ardh Satya

    ( 1983 )

  • Qayamat
  • Qayamat

    ( 1983 )

  • Haadsaa
  • Haadsaa

    ( 1983 )

  • Ghungroo
  • Ghungroo

    ( 1983 )

  • Chatpati
  • Chatpati

    ( 1983 )

  • Sitam
  • Sitam

    ( 1982 )

  • Bheegi Palkein
  • Bheegi Palkein

    ( 1982 )

  • Umbartha
  • Umbartha

    ( 1982 )

  • Dard Ka Rishta
  • Dard Ka Rishta

    ( 1982 )

  • Arth
  • Arth

    ( 1982 )

  • Shakti
  • Shakti

    ( 1982 )

  • Dil-E-Nadaan
  • Dil-E-Nadaan

    ( 1982 )

  • Badle Ki Aag
  • Badle Ki Aag

    ( 1982 )

  • Bazaar
  • Bazaar

    ( 1982 )

  • Namak Halaal
  • Namak Halaal

    ( 1982 )

  • Naseeb Ni Balihari
  • Naseeb Ni Balihari

    ( 1982 )

  • Deliverance
  • Deliverance

    ( 1981 )

  • Tajurba
  • Tajurba

    ( 1981 )

  • Chakra
  • Chakra

    ( 1981 )

  • Bhavni Bhavai
  • Bhavni Bhavai

    ( 1981 )

  • Sapne Apne Apne
  • Sapne Apne Apne

    ( 1980 )

  • The Naxalites
  • The Naxalites

    ( 1980 )

  • Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyon Ata Hai
  • Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyon Ata Hai

    ( 1980 )

  • Aakrosh
  • Aakrosh

    ( 1980 )

  • Sarvasakshi
  • Sarvasakshi

    ( 1980 )

  • Gaman
  • Gaman

    ( 1978 )

  • Kondura (The Sage from the Sea)
  • Kondura (The Sage from the Sea)

    ( 1978 )

  • Anugraham
  • Anugraham

    ( 1978 )

  • Saal Solvan Chadya
  • Saal Solvan Chadya

    ( 1977 )

  • Jait Re Jait
  • Jait Re Jait

    ( 1977 )

  • Bhumika
  • Bhumika

    ( 1977 )

  • The Churning
  • The Churning

    ( 1976 )

  • Charandas Chor
  • Charandas Chor

    ( 1975 )

  • Nishant
  • Nishant

    ( 1975 )

  • Samna
  • Samna

    ( 1975 )

  • Raja Shiv Chhatrapati
  • Raja Shiv Chhatrapati

    ( 1974 )

Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

Smita Patil AWARDS

Awards
  • Best Actress (Hindi)
  • The Bengal Film Journalists' Award for Best Actress (Hindi) - 1988 Mirch Masala

  • Best Actress
  • The Filmfare Awards for Best Actress - 1982 Chakra

  • Best Actress
  • The Filmfare Awards Marathi for Best Actress - 1981 Umbartha

  • Best Actress
  • The Filmfare Awards Marathi for Best Actress - 1978 Jait Re Jait

  • Best Actress
  • The National Film Awards, India for Best Actress - 1981 Chakra

  • Best Actress
  • The National Film Awards, India for Best Actress - 1978 Bhumika

Image Source : IMDB & Wikipedia

SMITA PATIL NEWS

Dia Mirza says she didn't feel safe on set, was wary of 'unexpected knocks' on her door: 'I was sexualised and commodified'

March 13, 2025 11:37 am

Dia Mirza attributes her safety on set to being a popular beauty pageant winner with a media backing. She said she's aware that her colleagues would get uncomfortable knocks on their doors on set.

Villain? Hero? Neither: The rise of the anti-heroine in pop culture

March 06, 2025 9:52 pm

Morally grey, unapologetic, and flawed, the anti-heroine is no longer a rarity — she’s a reality. From music to literature, women are embracing their power without needing to be perfect. This Women’s Day, we explore the rise of the anti-heroine in pop culture.

'Raj Babbar's relationship with Smita Patil wasn't an affair, it was pure love': Aarya Babbar on 'strained' relationship with dad, adds 'baap itna galat nahi tha'

February 21, 2025 12:12 pm

Aarya Babbar said that Raj Babbar's relationship with Smita Patil was pure and cannot be called an affair.

Prateik Babbar and Priya Banerjee twinned in red for their mehendi ceremony. See photos

February 18, 2025 6:37 pm

Actors Prateik Patil Babbar and Priya Banerjee tied the knot on February 14.

‘Shaayad humse koi bhool ho gayi ho’: Aarya Babbar on half-brother Prateik’s decision to exclude family from wedding celebrations; emotional impact of not being included

February 18, 2025 1:39 pm

“Not inviting our Papa, his Papa (Raj Babbar)… how can he do this? Papa is very very hurt,” Aarya Babbar said.

Prateik Babbar's wife Priya Banerjee on getting married in Smita Patil's house, not inviting his father Raj Babbar: 'Everyone who is family was with us'

February 17, 2025 1:25 pm

After Aarya Babbar and Juhi Babbar expressed disappointment over not being invited to Prateik Babbar's wedding, Prateik's wife Priya opened up about the same, claiming everyone 'who is family' was present at the wedding.

Prateik Babbar has hurt his late mother Smita Patil by not inviting father Raj Babbar to his wedding, says Aarya Babbar: 'Failed him as a family'

February 15, 2025 5:28 pm

Prateik Babbar got married to Priya Banerjee on Friday but did not invite his father Raj Babbar or any other member of the Babbar family.

Raj Babbar isn't invited to son Prateik Babbar's wedding to Priya Banerjee, reveals step-brother Aarya: 'Someone is influencing him'

February 14, 2025 4:11 pm

Prateik Patil Babbar's half-brother Aarya Babbar has revealed that nobody from the Babbar family is invited to the wedding, not even Prateik's father and veteran star Raj Babbar.

Amol Palekar recalls slapping Smita Patil without her consent during the shoot of Bhumika: 'Shyam Benegal said I was not violent enough'

February 07, 2025 6:29 pm

Amol Palekar and Smita Patil shared screen space in Shyam Benegal's 1977 film Bhumika. The movie also starred Naseeruddin Shah and Amrish Puri in important roles.

Raj Babbar's daughter knew about his relationship with Smita Patil since she was 7: 'My mother was unhappy about it'

January 15, 2025 7:48 pm

Raj Babbar's daughter Juhi Babbar shared how Smita Patil went out of her way to build a connection with her and her younger brother Arya.

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