Veteran actress Kamini Kaushal passed away on November 14, 2025, at her Mumbai residence at the age of 98. She had reportedly been battling age-related health issues. The news of her demise quickly sparked an outpouring of tributes from across Bollywood, with stars like Shahid Kapoor and Kiara Advani, her co-stars from the 2019 film ‘Kabir Singh’, expressing their grief and honouring her legacy.
Kamini Kaushal’s role in ‘Kabir Singh’
Kamini Kaushal played the role of Shahid Kapoor’s grandmother, Sadhna Kaur, in ‘Kabir Singh’, directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga. Her presence in the film was marked by grace and warmth, leaving a lasting impression on both her co-stars and audiences.
Veteran Actor Kamini Kaushal Passes Away At 98
Kiara Advani and Shahid Kapoor’s tribute to the veteran actress
Kiara Advani posted a throwback black-and-white photograph on her Instagram stories. She wrote, “It was an honour to work with you. Your grace, humility and talent inspired generations and left an unforgettable mark on Indian cinema. Rest in peace, Kamini Kaushal Ji.”
Shahid Kapoor also shared a photo of the actress, captioning it, “Rest In Light, Ma’am.”
Meanwhile, Kareena Kapoor Khan, who acted with Kamini Kaushal in ‘Laal Singh Chaddha’ (2022), posted a younger picture of the veteran actress, adding a red heart, rainbow, and folded hands emoticons as a mark of respect and remembrance.
Highlights of Kamini Kaushal’s long career
Kamini Kaushal was widely recognised as India’s oldest living film actress. Her career spanned over seven decades, with more than 90 films to her credit. She made her acting debut in the 1946 film ‘Neecha Nagar’, which won the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival, a rare and prestigious achievement.Her iconic films included ‘Shaheed’, ‘Nadiya Ke Paar’, ‘Shabnam’, ‘Arzoo’, ‘Namoona’, ‘Godaan’, and ‘Biraj Bahu’. She successfully moved from lead roles in her early years to character roles in later films, showing remarkable versatility and dedication.Even in her final years, Kamini Kaushal appeared in modern commercial films such as ‘Kabir Singh’ and ‘Laal Singh Chaddha’, connecting with a new generation of audiences while leaving her signature mark on the screen. The veteran actress is survived by her three sons, Shravan, Vidur, and Rahul.