By Jagmohan Singh Barhok

Padma Chavan born on 7 July 1944 in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, India was an actress, known for her coquettish looks. She was alluring in ways many. Featured in several films like – ‘Suhag Sindoor’ (1961), ‘Bin Badal Barsaat’ (1963) , ‘Kashmir Ki Kali’ (1964), ‘Adhi Raat Ke Baad ‘(1965), ‘Sher Dil’ (1965), ‘Daku Mangal Singh’ (1966) , ‘Naram Garam’ (1981) & ‘Daulat’ (1982) ‘Angoor’ , ‘Jeevan Dhaara’ & ‘Dulha Bikta Hai’ (1982) to name some. Known as Marilyn Monroe of Maharashtra for her outstanding contribution in Marathi films & TV, the actress made her debut with ‘Akashganga’ (1959) opposite Ramesh Deo. Died 12 September 1996.
