Shankuntala Nagarkar

Lavani’s Leading Lady Shankuntala Nagarkar Dies, Actress Mukta Barve Writes Heartfelt Tribute

The legendary lavani artist Shankuntala Nagarkar passed away at the age of 66. The artist, who is the recipient of the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 2008, breathed her last at her home in Nimgaon after battling cancer for several years. Remembering the talented artist, Marathi actress Mukta Barve penned a heartfelt tribute, sharing her experience watching the Lavani Queen for the first time 25 years ago. On September 23, 2026, Mukta posted a black picture on her Instagram handle with the text, "Shakutai Nagarkar, Bhavpurn Shradhanjali...," written on it. Along with the condolence p | Click Here...