'Do Aankhen Barah Haath' actress Sandhya Shantaram dies at 94

Sandhya Shantaram passed away: 'Do Aankhen Barah Haath' fame veteran actress, Sandhya Shantaram passed away at the age of 94. She is known for films like 'Jhanak Jhanak Payal Baaje', 'Do Aankhen Barah Haath', 'Navrang', and the Marathi film 'Pinjra'.

Sandhya Shantaram, is known for her captivating performances and has contributed to the Indian cinema’s golden era.

She was married to filmmaker V Shantaram, and is known for her popular work in the Marathi classic 'Pinjra'. In her popular film, 'Do Ankhen Barah Hath', she showcased her acting and dance skills, which brought her much fame and acclaim.

Some of her popular songs include 'Aare Ja Re Natkhat', and 'Jhanak Jhanak Payal Baaje', in which she showcased her classical dance skills. She has worked in multiple languages and genres.

Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar expressing his sorrow, took to his X and wrote, ''Saddened by the passing of legendary actress Sandhya Shantaram Ji. Her iconic roles in films like #Pinjra, #DoAnkhenBarahHath, #Navrang, and #JhanakJhanakPayalBaaje will forever be cherished. Her remarkable talent and mesmerizing dance skills have left an indelible mark on the world of cinema.''

Saddened by the passing of legendary actress Sandhya Shantaram Ji. Her iconic roles in films like #Pinjra, #DoAnkhenBarahHath, #Navrang, and #JhanakJhanakPayalBaaje will forever be cherished. Her remarkable talent and mesmerizing dance skills have left an indelible mark on the… pic.twitter.com/fOttHtmuMz

— Madhur Bhandarkar (@imbhandarkar) October 4, 2025

Indian politician and cricket administrator Ashish Shelar expressed his sorrow over Sandhya Shantaram’s passing ad posted on X, ''Emotional tribute! The news of the death of Sandhya Shantaram Ji, the famous actress of the film 'Pinjara', is extremely sad. He left a distinct impression on the audience with his amazing acting and dancing skills in Marathi and Hindi cinema. His iconic roles in films like 'Jhanak Janak Payal Baje', 'Do Aankhen Barah Haath' and especially 'Pinjara' will be remembered forever in the minds of the audience. May God rest their souls in eternal peace!''

भावपूर्ण श्रद्धांजली !

‘पिंजरा’ चित्रपटातील प्रसिद्ध अभिनेत्री संध्या शांताराम जी यांच्या निधनाची बातमी अत्यंत दुःखद आहे.

मराठी व हिंदी चित्रपटसृष्टीत त्यांनी आपल्या अप्रतिम अभिनय आणि नृत्यकौशल्याने प्रेक्षकांच्या मानावर एक वेगळी छाप पाडली. ‘झनक झनक पायल बाजे’, ‘दो आंखें बारह… pic.twitter.com/Gsdq5KuXP9

— Adv. Ashish Shelar - ॲड. आशिष शेलार (@ShelarAshish) October 4, 2025