Priya Marathe, a well-known face on Marathi and Hindi television, is no longer with us. After a long battle with cancer, she breathed her last on August 31 at her residence in Mira Road, Mumbai. She was only 38 years old at the time of her death.


Priya's Journey To The Small Screen


Priya Marathe was born on April 23, 1987, in Mumbai. After completing her studies there, she entered the entertainment world. Her acting career began with the popular Marathi serials 'Ya Sukhanoya' and 'Char Divas Sasuche'. From the very beginning, she captured the audience's attention with her skillful acting and fluent expressions.


Breakthrough In The Serial 'Kasamh Se'


Priya started her Hindi TV serial career with Ekta Kapoor’s famous show, ‘Kasamh Se’. She played Vidya Bali. This role changed her life. After that, she joined the first season of ‘Comedy Circus’. People loved her funny jokes on the show. Then, Priya took a big step in her career. She played Barsha Satish Deshmukh in Zee TV’s ‘Pavitra Rishta’. After this, everyone across India knew her.


She Has Also Made Her Mark In Films


Priya did not stay only in Marathi TV. In 2012, she played Jyoti Malhotra in ‘Bade Achhe Lagte Hain’. She also acted in ‘Tu Tithe Mee’, ‘Bhaage Re Maan’, ‘Jayostute’, and ‘Bharat Ka Veer Putra - Maharana Pratap’. In 2008, Priya started her film career with the Hindi movie ‘Humne Jeena Sikh Liya’. After that, she worked in the Marathi film ‘Ti Ani Itar’. The famous director Govinda Nihalani made this movie. Priya acted with Sonali Kulkarni, Subodh Bhave, and Amrita Subhash in it.




Priya Fought A Long Battle With Cancer


Priya had had cancer for the past few years. Although she got some response in the initial stage of treatment, later the disease spread, and her body was no longer responding to treatment. Finally, a bright lamp went out on the night of August 31.


Family, Colleagues, And Fans Miss Priya


The television and film world is mourning the untimely demise of Priya. Colleagues are remembering her warm demeanor, professionalism, and memorable character. Many fans have expressed their respect and love for this talented actress on social media.