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Durga Khote

Acting
86 years oldBombay, Bombay Presidency, British India

Biography

Durga Khote (born Vita Lad; January 14, 1905 − September 22, 1991) was an Indian actress often referred as one of the pioneers of Indian cinema due to her being the first woman to enter the film industry and breaking societal taboo surrounding it. Beginning as one of the foremost leading ladies of her time, she starred in around 200 films and numerous theatre productions during a 50-year-long career.

Personal Details

Born
January 13, 1905 - September 22, 1991 (age 86)
Gender
Female
Place of Birth
Bombay, Bombay Presidency, British India
Known For
Acting

Also Known As

Дурга Кхоте