Melody and Silver-Screen Shine Dim: Veteran Singer-Actor Sulakshana Pandit Passes Away at 71
Veteran singer and actress Sulakshana Pandit, known for her melodious voice and memorable performances in the 1970s and 1980s, has passed away at the age of 71 due to a cardiac arrest. Her brother, music composer Lalit Pandit, confirmed the news. Sulakshana, who belonged to the illustrious Pandit family of musicians, worked with top composers and actors of her era, lending her voice to several hit songs and starring in films alongside Dharmendra, Jeetendra, and Sanjeev Kumar.
Rachna Das 
Veteran singer and actress Sulakshana Pandit, a beloved figure from the golden era of Indian cinema, passed away at the age of 71 due to a cardiac arrest in Mumbai. The news was confirmed by her brother, music composer Lalit Pandit of the famed Jatin-Lalit duo. Belonging to the illustrious Pandit family, which includes music legends like Pandit Jasraj and the Mangeshkar sisters, Sulakshana’s career bridged both acting and playback singing.
She made her mark in Bollywood during the 1970s and 1980s, appearing in memorable films like Uljhan, Apnapan, and Khandaan, and lent her melodious voice to timeless tracks such as “Tu Hi Sagar Hai” and “Bandhan Toote Na.” Known for her elegance and emotional depth, Sulakshana worked alongside icons like Dharmendra, Jeetendra, and Sanjeev Kumar.
Despite facing personal struggles in later years, her artistic legacy remains deeply cherished. Tributes have poured in from across the film and music fraternity, celebrating her as a voice of purity, grace, and timeless emotion. Sulakshana Pandit’s passing marks the end of an era, but her music and memories will continue to echo in the hearts of fans forever.
