Veteran actor Navindra BehlFamous for playing the grandmother in the hit TV show ‘Ishqbaaaz’, she has passed away at the age of 76. He also had a notable stint in Bollywood films. Known to her fans and co-stars as ‘Dadi’, Navnindra left an indelible mark on Indian theatre, television and cinema. His son, director Kanu Behl, announced the sad news through an emotional social media update.
Navnindra Behl’s theater journey
Navnindra had a deep connection with art and theater throughout his career. He made his debut on stage at the age of 3. From Punjab, he spent years in theater before transitioning to film and television. His simplicity and polished performance won him his demanding roles every time. Behl was a professor in the Department of Drama at Punjab University, Patiala, where he mentored a generation of future artists. Apart from being an actor, he was also a prolific writer and director, directing numerous documentaries, plays and telefilms for Doordarshan.
Navindra Behl’s film and television roles
In films, Navnindra really stood out in Gulzar’s ‘Maachis’. Dibakar Banerjee’s ‘Oye Lucky! Lucky Oye!’ and Kangana Ranaut played ‘Queen’. His work spread internationally to projects such as ‘The Pride’ and ‘The Guru’. TV fans appreciated Nakuul Mehta’s portrayal of a father in ‘Ishqbaaaz’ and ‘Dil Bole Oberoi’.
Navnindra Behl’s family legacy
Spouse of Navnindra Behl, Lalit BehlHe was a prominent actor and director in the industry. He died in Delhi in 2021 due to COVID-19. Together, Navnindra and Lalit left a lasting impact on theater and cinema. After her husband’s death, she lived with her son, Kanu Behl.
