Ankita Lokhande has reacted to Priya Marathe’s death, and in a heartfelt note, Ankita admitted, “We really never know the struggles someone is fighting behind their smile.. So, be kind.”
Ankita Lokande with Priya Marathe
Actress Ankita Lokhande has reacted to the sudden death of Priya Marathe. The 38-year-old actress’s death has shaken the entire nation. Several co-stars and friends from the industry took to their social media accounts to express their shock and grief over Priya’s death.
Ankita, who was extremely close to Priya from their Pavitra Rishta days, took to social media to share some memories of their happy days and penned an emotional note. “Priya was my first friend from Pavitra Rishta. Me, Prarthana and Priya.. our little gang… it always felt so complete when we were together. Priya, prats and I lovingly called each other during Aarti Ganpati Bappa and this year I will pray for your soul there, my wedding… while you were missed a lot.”
Praising Priya’s strength and courage, Anita wrote, “Priya was the strongest. She fought every battle with such courage.” In comparison to Priya’s final adieu, Ankita wrote, “Priya, my dear Kodi, you will always live in my heart and in my memories. Thank you for every laugh, every tear, every moment. Until we meet again… om shanti.”
Priya essayed the role of Varsha, a strong, articulate, blunt and bold girl in the show Pavitra Rishta. She was seen playing the younger sister of Ankita Lokande, aka Archana, in the show. Actress Prarthana Behre, who essayed the role of Priya’s younger sister in Pavitra Rishta, was seen breaking down at Priya’s funeral. Ankita, who was absent from Priya’s funeral, received a lot of flak for not being present at her best friend’s last journey. It seemed that fans were also angry with Ankita for not even putting up a post or story remembering Priya even after yesterday’s shocking news.
Priya was diagnosed with cancer a few years ago but had recovered, only to relapse again this year. Unfortunately, this time Priya’s body did not respond well to the treatment, leading to her untimely death at the age of 38. The actress is survived by her mother and husband Shantanu Moghe, who is also a famous actor in the Marathi industry.
