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80 years old, 7 decades in the film industry; why is veteran actress Usha Nadkarni still living alone?
Samira Vishwas | August 7, 2026 3:24 PM CST

Usha Nadkarni Personal Life: Veteran actress Usha Nadkarni, who has carved a niche for herself in the world of film and television, has spent nearly seven decades in the entertainment industry. She has garnered immense love for her memorable performances in Hindi and Marathi cinema and television, including her iconic role in “Pavitra Rishta.” Audiences know her as a powerful actress on screen, but her personal life has been filled with hardships, sacrifices, and courage.

From growing up in a violent environment to pursuing an acting career while living away from her son, Usha has spoken openly about the challenges that shaped her life. Even at the age of 80, she lives alone in Mumbai and continues to work.

What did Usha say?

In a recent interview with “Rajshri Marathi,” Usha revealed that she has been living alone since 1987. Her son now lives abroad, and with the passing of all her siblings, she has learned to embrace her loneliness. She discussed whether loneliness bothers her. Furthermore, she said, “I’ve gotten used to it. I’ve been living alone since 1987. I don’t feel scared at all. When I first moved into my building, I was scared. I would ask the guard to escort me to my door because I was afraid someone would attack me from behind. But now I’m not scared.”

Sometimes Thinks About Death

The veteran actress also admitted that she sometimes thinks about death, especially because she lives alone. However, she said she’s never been afraid. Furthermore, she said that people can’t predict how they will die. Some people die in their sleep, some die in the hospital. I’m not scared at all. If I die in my sleep, my neighbors will knock on the door and think the old lady didn’t answer.


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