Priya Marathe: 'Pavitra Rishta's Aai was heartbroken by Priya's death, why couldn't she meet her? She revealed emotionally

Posted on 1st Sep 2025 by rohit kumar

Popular TV and Marathi industry actress Priya Marathe passed away after battling cancer. Priya, who left the world at the age of just 38, had made a special place for herself with her acting from the small screen to theater and films. The news of her death came as a big shock to fans and celebs who have worked with her. Usha Nadkarni, who had worked with her in Pavitra Rishta, also became very emotional after hearing the news of Priya's death.

 

Usha Nadkarni became emotional

 

Senior actress Usha Nadkarni, who had worked with Priya in 'Pavitra Rishta', broke down after hearing the news of her death. In an interview given to 'Telechakkar', she said that Priya was a very calm, restrained, and cheerful person. She used to live with everyone on the set and never spoke to anyone in a loud voice. Expressing grief, Usha said Why did God call her so early? It was not the right age for her to go.

 

Distance in the last days

 

Usha Nadkarni also told that she wanted to meet Priya, but her husband, Shantanu Moghe, had requested her not to come. Actually, Priya's hair had fallen due to treatment and she did not want anyone to see her in this condition. This was the reason that many close ones could not meet her in her last days.

 

Priya was fighting cancer

 

Let us tell you that for the last few years, Priya was fighting a serious disease, cancer. She faced many difficulties during treatment, but her spirit always remained strong. Unfortunately, she breathed her last on Sunday. Her death sent a wave of mourning through the industry.

 

Fame from the small screen

 

Priya got the most popularity from Zee TV's famous show 'Pavitra Rishta'. In the show, she played the character of Varsha Satish Deshpande, which the audience still remembers. While working with stars like Sushant Singh Rajput and Ankita Lokhande, she made her own identity. Her simplicity and acting left a deep impression on the hearts of the audience.

 

Priya Marathe's Career

 

Apart from 'Pavitra Rishta', Priya played important roles in 'Saath Nibhaana Saathiya', 'Bade Achhe Lagte Hain', and many other popular serials. She was also active in the Marathi industry, and her art was highly appreciated from theater to films. She used to adapt to every character with ease, which is why she is known as a versatile artist in the industry.

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