Asha Sharma, the esteemed actress known for her influential roles in Indian cinema and television, has passed away at the age of 88. The news was announced earlier today through the official X-handle of CINTAA.

Sharma was a respected figure in the industry, celebrated for her roles as a mother and grandmother and for her contributions to films and television shows. Her remarkable performances left a lasting impression on audiences and critics alike.

CINTAA posted on its official X-handle: “#cintaa expresses condolences on the demise of Asha Sharma (sic).”

Among her notable achievements, Sharma is known for her convincing role in the 1970s film ‘Do Dishayen’, which featured notable actors like Dharmendra, Hema Malini, Prem Chopra, Aruna Irani and Nirupa Roy.

Her extensive filmography includes major projects such as “Mujhe Kucch Kehna Hai”, “Pyaar To Hona Hi Tha” and “Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam”.

In recent years, Sharma appeared in the film ‘Adipurush’ alongside Prabhas and Kriti Sanon. Her television career has been equally successful, with memorable roles in popular shows like ‘Kumkum Bhagya’, ‘Mann Ki Awaz Pratigya’ and ‘Ek Aur Mahabharat’.