Veteran actor Pravina Deshpande passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, after a prolonged battle with cancer. She was 60. Her family confirmed the heartbreaking news through a statement shared on her official Instagram account, informing fans and well-wishers about her demise and funeral details.
Family Confirms Pravina Deshpande’s Death
In a note posted on Instagram Stories and as a separate post, her family wrote:
“It is with great sadness that we inform you that Mrs Pravina Deshpande has left for her heavenly abode on 17th February 2026. Cremation will be held on 17th February at 3:00 pm.
Location: Hindu Crematorium, Chakala Parsiwada, Andheri East.
Aniruddha, Abhimanyu, Ruchira, Veer Deshpande.”
The Cine & TV Artistes’ Association (CINTAA) also expressed condolences, sharing a tribute on X (formerly Twitter). The association remembered her as a valued member since 2008 and conveyed its sympathies to her family and loved ones.
A Versatile Career Across Film, Television and Theatre
Pravina Deshpande was known for her versatile work across Hindi and Marathi cinema, television, theatre and web series. Over the years, she built a strong reputation as a dependable character actor, appearing in several popular films and TV shows.
Her notable film credits include Ready, starring Salman Khan; Ek Villain, featuring Sidharth Malhotra and Shraddha Kapoor; and Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran, alongside John Abraham. She was also seen in the film Taskaree, starring Emraan Hashmi, which marked her final on-screen appearance.
On television, Pravina Deshpande became a familiar face through popular shows such as Ghar Ek Mandir, Kumkum, Karam Apnaa Apnaa, and Kulfi Kumar Bajewala. Her performances across genres and formats showcased her range and commitment to her craft.
Tributes Pour In for the Late Actor
Following the announcement of her death, colleagues, fans and industry organisations have begun sharing tributes and condolences, remembering her contributions to Indian entertainment. Her passing marks a significant loss for the film and television fraternity, where she was respected for her professionalism and talent.
Pravina Deshpande’s legacy will continue through her extensive body of work, which entertained audiences across generations and platforms.Her family confirmed the heartbreaking news through a statement shared on her official Instagram account, informing fans and well-wishers about her demise and funeral details.
Family Confirms Pravina Deshpande’s Death
In a note posted on Instagram Stories and as a separate post, her family wrote:
“It is with great sadness that we inform you that Mrs Pravina Deshpande has left for her heavenly abode on 17th February 2026. Cremation will be held on 17th February at 3:00 pm.
Location: Hindu Crematorium, Chakala Parsiwada, Andheri East.
Aniruddha, Abhimanyu, Ruchira, Veer Deshpande.”
The Cine & TV Artistes’ Association (CINTAA) also expressed condolences, sharing a tribute on X (formerly Twitter). The association remembered her as a valued member since 2008 and conveyed its sympathies to her family and loved ones.
A Versatile Career Across Film, Television and Theatre
Pravina Deshpande was known for her versatile work across Hindi and Marathi cinema, television, theatre and web series. Over the years, she built a strong reputation as a dependable character actor, appearing in several popular films and TV shows.
Her notable film credits include Ready, starring Salman Khan; Ek Villain, featuring Sidharth Malhotra and Shraddha Kapoor; and Parmanu: The Story of Pokhran, alongside John Abraham. She was also seen in the film Taskaree, starring Emraan Hashmi, which marked her final on-screen appearance.
On television, Pravina Deshpande became a familiar face through popular shows such as Ghar Ek Mandir, Kumkum, Karam Apnaa Apnaa, and Kulfi Kumar Bajewala. Her performances across genres and formats showcased her range and commitment to her craft.
Tributes Pour In for the Late Actor
Following the announcement of her death, colleagues, fans and industry organisations have begun sharing tributes and condolences, remembering her contributions to Indian entertainment. Her passing marks a significant loss for the film and television fraternity, where she was respected for her professionalism and talent.
Pravina Deshpande’s legacy will continue through her extensive body of work, which entertained audiences across generations and platforms.