Aasha Singh Jaiswal, veteran actress and mimicry artist, dies in Mumbai

Veteran Indian actress, mimicry artist, and social worker Aasha Singh Jaiswal has passed away in Mumbai at the age of 83. She died on August 22 at approximately 7:30 pm.

Jaiswal was widely recognized for her role as Kripi in B.R. Chopra’s television series ‘Mahabharat’. She was also a pioneering female mimicry artist, famously known for providing the voice for legendary actress Meena Kumari. Her film credits include ‘Baazigar’, ‘Bobby Jasoos’, and ‘Deewangee’. Additionally, she was the founder of Aasha Events and Films.

Her son, Akkash Bharadwaj, confirmed her passing via social media, describing her as a hardworking ‘Iron Lady’. He requested that people pray for her soul and continue to engage with her work online. Her last rites were performed on August 23 at the Pawan Hans Crematorium in Vile Parle West, Mumbai.