Jyoti Chandekar:passes away at the age of 68 Industry Mourns Demise Of Marathi Actress And Tejaswini Pandit's IBN News
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veteran Marathi actress Jyoti Chandekar passed away. She was 68 years old. The news was confirmed in the early hours of the day. Her daughter, actress Tejaswini Pandit, posted an emotional note online and shared details about the funeral. (The Times of India, BollywoodShaadis)
A Career Spanning Five Decades
Jyoti Chandekar started her acting journey at a very young age—just 12 years old. She began with minor roles in Hindi films. Later, she built a strong, respected career in the Marathi film, theatre, and television industry. (BollywoodShaadis, Moneycontrol, BookMyShow)
Over the years, she appeared in many acclaimed films. Some of her notable works include:
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Mee Sindhutai Sapkal (2010), where she played Sindhutai’s mother. (Moneycontrol, Wikipedia)
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Ticha Umbartha (2015), in which she shared the screen with her daughter, Tejaswini Pandit. Jyoti portrayed her on-screen mother-in-law. (BollywoodShaadis, BookMyShow)
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Other films like Guru (2016), Deva Ek Atrangi (2017), Dholki, Paulwaat, Salaam, and Sanjparva. (Moneycontrol, News24, BookMyShow)
She was also active in television. She gained immense popularity for her role as Poorna Aaji in the serial Tharala Tar Mag (2022–2025). (Maharashtra Times, Wikipedia, Free Press Journal)
Her stage work and television roles earned her a reputation for truthful and emotionally powerful performances. She was admired for her honesty in portraying everyday, relatable characters. (Moneycontrol, BookMyShow)
Final Days and Health Struggles
Jyoti Chandekar had been unwell. She was undergoing treatment in Pune. (BollywoodShaadis, Free Press Journal, News24)
Reports say her death occurred on Saturday, August 16, 2025, in Pune. Some sources say it happened around 4 PM. (BollywoodShaadis, Free Press Journal, News24, Zoom TV, Moneycontrol) The cause of her death has not been disclosed. (Maharashtra Times, BollywoodShaadis, Moneycontrol, News24)
Last year, while working on the set of Tharala Tar Mag, she faced serious health issues. She had low sodium levels and was hospitalized. She took a break for nearly two months. After recovery, she returned to the show with renewed energy. (BollywoodShaadis, Maharashtra Times, Free Press Journal)
In an interview, she reflected on that time. She said, “It felt like I literally came back from the brink of death. … Poorna Aaji… Aaji is here.” Her words showed her deep commitment to her work and how much she cherished her role. (Maharashtra Times, Free Press Journal)
Funeral Details and Family's Farewell
The funeral took place at Vaikunth Crematorium in Pune. The ceremony was held on Sunday, August 17, 2025, at 11 AM. (BollywoodShaadis, Free Press Journal, The Times of India)
Tejaswini Pandit shared a heartfelt message on social media. She wrote in Marathi:
“It is with deep sorrow that we inform you that our beloved mother, the cherished senior actress Jyoti Chandekar Pandit, passed away today, 16th August, after a brief illness. Her last rites will be held tomorrow, 17th August, at 11:00 a.m. at Vaikunth Crematorium, Navi Peth, Pune. In grief: Tejaswini Pandit, Poornima Pandit, and the entire Chandekar-Pandit family.” (BollywoodShaadis)
Star Pravah, the channel that aired Tharala Tar Mag, also paid tribute. Their social media page carried a message in Marathi:
“Heartfelt homage to everyone’s beloved Purna grandmother, senior actress Jyoti Chandekar…” (Free Press Journal, Maharashtra Times, News24)
The Impact of Her Passing
Her passing has left a profound void in the Marathi entertainment world.
Viewers of Tharala Tar Mag were especially heartbroken. Many said they were in shock after watching her in the previous day's episode and then hearing about her death. Her character, Poorna Aaji, was widely loved. (Maharashtra Times)
Industry leaders and actors from Maharashtra have also expressed their grief. Colleagues and peers sent their condolences. (The Times of India, BollywoodShaadis)
Her Legacy
Jyoti Chandekar leaves behind a legacy of almost 50 years in performing arts—with sincerity, depth, and dedication as her hallmarks.
She acted alongside her daughter, Tejaswini Pandit, in Ticha Umbartha, a highly praised performance. (BollywoodShaadis, BookMyShow)
She had a wide acting range. From TV to film to theatre, she carried each role with honesty and warmth. (Moneycontrol, BookMyShow, BollywoodShaadis)
Her portrayal of Sindhutai’s mother in Mee Sindhutai Sapkal deeply touched audiences. (Wikipedia)
In Summary
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Name: Jyoti Chandekar
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Age: 68
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Date of death: August 16, 2025
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Place of death: Pune, Maharashtra
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Cause: Not disclosed
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Career: Spanned nearly five decades, began at age 12, worked in Hindi and Marathi films, plays, and TV
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Key works: Mee Sindhutai Sapkal, Ticha Umbartha, Guru, Deva Ek Atrangi, Tharala Tar Mag (“Poorna Aaji”)
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Final rites: Vaikunth Crematorium, Pune, August 17, 2025, at 11 AM
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Family: Daughter – actress Tejaswini Pandit, also shared the screen with her
Her loss is deeply felt. She portrayed simple women with extraordinary inner strength. Her memory and her art will continue to live on in Marathi cinema and television.
May she rest in peace.
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