Sushant Singh Rajput's Pavitra Rishta co-star, Priya Marathe, dies at the age of 38

Television actress Priya Marathe, a familiar face to both Marathi and Hindi audiences, passed away on August 31 after a long fight with cancer, as reported by Maharashtra Times. The news has left fans heartbroken, as she was a household name best remembered for her powerful screen presence in shows like Pavitra Rishta and Saath Nibhaana Saathiya. Known for slipping into diverse roles with ease, Priya built a career that spanned genres and languages, leaving behind memorable performances that fans continue to cherish.

About Priya Marathe
Priya first stepped into television with the Marathi show Ya Sukhano Ya, quickly finding her footing in the industry. She later featured in serials like Char Divas Sasuche and carved her own space in Marathi entertainment. Her entry into Hindi television came with Kasamh Se, where she played Vidya Bali, before moving on to lighter formats such as Comedy Circus.

Her real breakthrough came when she essayed the role of Varsha in Pavitra Rishta, a performance that made her a recognisable name among Hindi TV viewers. Priya also appeared in Bade Achhe Lagte Hain as Jyoti Malhotra and later took on a grey-shaded role in the Marathi serial Tu Tithe Me. In 2017, she joined Saath Nibhaana Saathiya as Bhavani Rathod, an antagonist whose dark and layered character kept audiences gripped.

Beyond her professional achievements, Priya’s personal life reflected deep ties to the industry. In 2012, she married actor Shantanu Moghe, who portrayed the role of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in Swarajyarakshak Sambhaji. Shantanu is the son of veteran actor Shrikant Moghe.