Priya Marathe, a promising Indian stand-up comedian and television actress, died on August 31, 2025, in Mumbai following a long struggle with cancer. She was only 38 years old. Priya Marathe was born on April 23, 1987, in Mumbai. She had established a reputation for herself in the showbiz world with her excellent performances in several Marathi and Hindi TV shows.She worked in the acting industry for more than a decade, with some prominent roles in television series such as “Pavitra Rishta,” “Bade Acche Lagte Hain,” “Kasamh Se,” and “Comedy Circus.” Marathe also worked in Marathi serials such as “Ya Sukhanoya” and “Char Divas Sasuche.” Her talent as an actor won her the hearts of her fans. She was popular for playing the role of Varsha in the television series Pavitra Rishta.Apart from television, she also appeared in some movies, such as the 2008 Hindi film “Humne Jeena Seekh Liya” and the Marathi movie “Ti Ani Itar.” Her professional life was interspersed with her marriage to Shantanu Moghe in 2012. The early demise of Priya has left the entertainment world in shock, as fans and peers mourning the passing of a shining talent.
