Veteran Indian actor Nitish Bharadwaj, best known for playing Lord Krishna in B.R. Chopra’s Mahabharat, posted a heartfelt tribute to the late actress Daya Dongre, who died recently.
Bharadwaj, who described Dongre as his “second mother,” expressed deep sorrow over her passing. He recalled the support and affection she gave him both on and off the screen, especially during their 1987 Marathi film Khatyal Sasu Nathal Soon. The movie starred Laxmikant Berde, Varsha Usgaonkar, Prema Kiran, and added Dongre in a memorable role.
In his post, the actor said that Dongre had played his mother in his very first feature film and remained a constant presence in his life. “I mourn the absence of my 2nd mother,” he wrote. “On screen she was irrational and unfair, but in person, a gentle soul who made many tasty meals for me. I just had to tell her what I felt like eating and it would be there.”
Bharadwaj shared fond memories of how Dongre treated him like her own son long after the film wrapped. “She was the only person who could scold me after my mother passed away,” he added, underscoring the special bond between them.
Reflecting on the loss, he said, “I understand the philosophy behind death, but the loss of a mother creates an irreplaceable void…” He concluded with a prayer for her soul’s peaceful journey: “I mourn her absence with the Dongre‑Dandekar families and pray that her soul attains SAD‑GATI. Love you, Mavshi.”
Fans and industry colleagues flooded Bharadwaj’s post with comments of condolence, showing the deep impact Daya Dongre had on those who worked with her and admired her legacy in Indian cinema.
Source: ianslive
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