Surekha Sikri was one of the few female actors in the film and TV industry who rose to stardom at an older age. Her bold voice and talent to deliver dialogues at serious notes had made her favorite grandmother of industry.
She had achieved great heights in her entire career for her roles. We are highlighting the most prominent ones along with some rare pics of the actress.
Rare Pics Of Surekha Sikri
Kissa Kursi Ka
The veteran actress began her career with a political drama based on Indira Gandhi and her son. She played the role of Meera in the movie. Shabana Azmi, Rehana Sultan, and other prominent actors were also in the film.
Also Read: Surekha Sikri Passes Away At 75, Bollywood Fraternity Pays Tribute To National Award-Winning Actor
Tamas
The 1986 movie proved a life-changing moment for Surekha Sikri as the actress won National Film Award for her role.
Mammo
Another film in which Surekha Siri left a forever impact was this 1994 released. She again bagged a National Film Award for her performance.
Badhaai Ho
Surekha was seen as Ayushmann’s grandmother in the film for which she was awarded a Filmfare award.
Balika Vadhu
The Colors TV show Balika Vadhu made her a forever star and since then the world recognizes her as Dadi Sa.
In most of the movies, she did the role of either a mother or grandmother. Acing such a role is very difficult and Surekha not only nailed it but also rose to stardom.
Bollywood Remembers ‘Dadi Sa’
Anupam Kher, Gajraj Rao, Karishma Kapoor, Sidharth Shukla, and others from the film industry have expressed their grief on her demise.
Deeply saddened to know about the sad demise of my senior in #NationalSchoolOfDrama & an actress par excellence #SurekhaSikri !! She was the queen of theatre in Delhi! Watching her perform in the play #LookBackInAnger was an experience I will never forget. Thank you.🙏 #OmShanti pic.twitter.com/ZI1Nhj8BTe
— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) July 16, 2021
RIP Dadisa …….
May God bless your soul #SurekhaSikri— Sidharth Shukla (@sidharth_shukla) July 16, 2021
Saddened by the demise of veteran actor Surekha Sikri.
Known for her graceful & versatile performances, she will be missed deeply. Heartfelt condolences to her family & fans.
— Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) July 16, 2021
View this post on Instagram
View this post on Instagram
The 75-year-old passed away on 16th July 2021 due to cardiac arrest.