Priya Marathe, television actress popularly known for her roles in Pavitra Rishta and Kasamh Se have passed away at the age of 38 after battling with cancer. The actress was, reportedly, going through treatment for two years and died early in the morning. As reported by media outlets, the actress “died at her residence in Mira Road at 4 am.”
Priya Marathe gained popularity and love from audience with her most talked about role as Varsha in Pavitra Rishta. Beside this she also appeared in popular Hindi serial like Kasamh Se. Her performance in these serials quickly made her a household name across the country.
Initially, her career began with Marathi show Ya Sukhano Ya. She then went on to feature in several regional serial like Char Divas Sasuche. She soon transformed to Hindi television and participated in Comedy Circus and later taking on a role in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain. In 2017, she joined the cast of Saath Nibhaana Saathiya as Bhavani Rathod, further proclaiming her versatility as an actor.
Over the years, Priya was also spotted in highly notable serials like Uttaran, Bharat Ka Veer Putra – Maharana Pratap, Savdhaan India, and Aata Hou De Dhingana. Each one of her roles highlighted her ability and talent to adapt seamlessly into any genre from period dramas to family dramas.
Beyond her chatter in the entertainment industry, her personal life was also intertwined with it. She married actor Shantanu Moghe in April 2012 with whom she has worked in the hostorical drama Swarajyarakshak Sambhaji.
The actress' sudden passing has left the entertainment industry and fraternity in shock. Her colleagues remembered her as a great performer who faced her health issues bravely and with dignity. Her ultimate journey from Marathi television to national Hindi television reflected the dedication she brough into her performance. Her sudden passing away has indeed created a certain void in the entertainment industry.