Aasha Singh Jaiswal has died at the age of 83 in Mumbai. She died at around 7:30 pm at home on August 22, 2026, and leaves behind a career in Hindi cinema (e.g., television, live performances, cultural activities, and social work). Her son Akkash Bharadwaj confirmed the news on social media and remembered his mother as a dedicated and resilient woman whose work was at the center of her life.
Jaiswal’s death is one of the losses of an artist who has worked in various forms of entertainment for decades. She has starred in many Hindi films and television shows, and she was also a mimicry artist. Her performances and particularly the impressions of the great actress Meena Kumari made her stand out in contrast to conventional acting.
One of her most memorable roles with television audiences was that of B.R. Chopra’s mythological series "Mahabharat". Jaiswal portrayed Kripi, the wife of Dronacharya, in the popular series. It introduced her to a lot of TV viewers and was to be the first of her long acting career.
Her filmography also featured appearances in a variety of famous Hindi films. Jaiswal appeared in the 1993 Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol-starrer "Baazigar", one of the great Hindi movies of those times. She also starred in films like "Deewangee" and "Bobby Jasoos". Her other credits include "Aag", "Kayda Kanoon", "Aansu Bane Angaarey", and "Ghar Bazar".
But acting was only one part of Jaiswal’s contribution to the entertainment industry. She was known for mimicry and stage performances and was referred to by her family as India’s first female mimicry artist. Her ability to mimic voices and mannerisms of such famous personalities made her an outstanding performer when there were few opportunities for women in professional mimicry.
Jaiswal was also involved in cultural and social activities throughout her life. She created Aasha Events and Films and was associated with events related to the arts and entertainment. So her career extended well beyond a screen and was also much further from performance to events, organization of events, and cultural activities.
Son Akkash Bharadwaj Pays Emotional Tribute
Following his mom’s death, Akkash Bharadwaj wrote an emotional tribute on Instagram. An "Iron Lady," he asked people to pray for peace and salvation for her soul. He also asked people to look back on her work and recall it on social media, saying that her work was all she did during her life.
Bharadwaj wrote about his mother’s life philosophy about death and grief. Rather than just mourning his mother, he told us to remember the joy and spiritual message she imbued in her life. His words were very personal when he spoke of the bond between the veteran artist and her son.
Aasha Singh Jaiswal's Health and Last Rites
Jaiswal had been battling a lung infection for about three months before her death, her son said. She died on Saturday evening, August 22, at around 7:30 pm in Mumbai.
Her last rites were conducted the following morning at Pawan Hans Crematorium in Vile Parle West, Mumbai, at 10 am on August 23. Family members and those close to the veteran performer gathered to bid her farewell.
Jaiswal is survived by her son Akkash Bharadwaj. Her death ends a long artistic journey that has taken her from television, films, mimicry, cultural events, and social work. From her performance as Kripi in *Mahabharat* to her mimicry play and film and events background, her career has been full of work.
For many viewers, her work will be inextricably linked to the great characters and performances she brought to audiences over decades. The family’s appeal to revisit her work also ensures that her artistic legacy can continue to reach audiences who may be discovering her performances for the first time.
Aasha Singh Jaiswal is going to be remembered as a veteran screen actor and a pioneering female mimicry artist who carved out her own identity in a series of different genres of Indian entertainment.
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