Superstar Amitabh Bachchan paid an emotional tribute to veteran actress Kamini Kaushal, recalling their families' close bonds dating back to pre-partition Punjab. He remembered her not only as a legendary artist but as a dear family friend whose warmth and talent left an indelible mark on the film industry.
Veteran Bollywood icon Amitabh Bachchan recently penned a deeply heartfelt tribute to the late Kamini Kaushal, who passed away at the age of 98. In an emotional blog post, Big B reflected on the strong familial ties that connected their families before the partition of India. He described Kamini Kaushal as “a dear family friend of the days of yore,” emphasizing how her family and his mother’s family shared a joyous and close friendship rooted in pre-partition Punjab.
Bachchan also recalled a personal story about Kamini ji’s elder sister, who was a close friend and classmate of his mother. Following a tragic accident that led to the sister’s death, tradition saw her married to her brother-in-law, a union that underscored the close-knit relationships of that era.
Amitabh Bachchan lauded Kamini Kaushal as a warm, affectionate, and supremely talented artist who made immense contributions to Indian cinema. He lamented that her passing signals the end of an era not just for the film fraternity but also for their circle of friends. The tribute poignantly captures the sorrow of losing legends who carried the legacy of early Hindi cinema.
This tribute was shared on Amitabh Bachchan’s official blog and has resonated deeply across the film industry and among fans, highlighting both the personal and professional impact of Kamini Kaushal’s life.
Source: NSE Circular, Amitabh Bachchan’s blog, Filmfare, NDTV, Times of India