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  3. Durga Khote was an Indian actress, starting as one of the foremost leading ladies of her times, she remained active in Hindi and Marathi cinema, as well as theatre, for over 50 years, starring in around 200 films and numerous theatre productions. Wikipedia
  5. Born: January 14, 1905, Mumbai
  6. Died: September 22, 1991, Mumbai
  7. Spouse: Vishwanath Khote
  8. Children: Bakul Khote, Harin Khote
  9. Parents: Manjulabai Laud, Pandurang Laud
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 Durga Khote

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Durga Khote
Durga Khote Amar Jyoti.jpg
Khote in Amar Jyoti (1936)
Native nameदुर्गा खोटे
BornJanuary 14, 1905
Mumbai, Maharashtra. India
DiedSeptember 22, 1991 (aged 86)
Mumbai, Maharashtra. India
Occupationactor, film producer
Years active1931−1983
Durga Khote (January 14, 1905 − September 22, 1991) was an Indian actress, starting as one of the foremost leading ladies of her times, she remained active in Hindi and Marathi cinema, as well as theatre, for over 50 years, starring in around 200 films and numerous theatre productions.
In 2000, in a millennium issue, India Today named her among "100 People Who Shaped India", noting, "Durga Khote marks the pioneering phase for woman in Indian Cinema"[1] as she was one of the first women from respectable families to enter the film industry, thus breaking a social taboo.[2]
She also ranks among the top ten actresses in mother roles in Hindi cinema,[3] most notable among them were as Jodhabai in K. Asif's Mughal-e-Azam (1960), as Kaikeyi in Vijay Bhatt's classic, Bharat Milap (1942); her other memorable roles as mother were in Charnon Ki Dasi (1941), Mirza Ghalib, Bobby (1973) and Bidaai (1974). She was received the highest award in Indian cinema, the Dadasaheb Phalke Award (1983), for lifetime contribution to Indian cinema.

Early life[edit]

She was born as Vita Laud, to a family which hailed from Goa and spoke Konkani at home.[4] Her father's name was Pandurang Laud and her mother's name was Manjulabai.[5] She grew up in a large joint family in Kandewadi. She was educated at Cathedral High School and St. Xavier’s College where she studied B.A. While still in college, she married into the Khote family, graduated and settled down with her husband.[6]
By the age of 26, Durga Khote was a widowed mother with two young sons, Bakul and Harin. She had to seek work in film to support her children. In doing so, she became a pioneer of sorts: She hailed from a traditional family and the film industry was regarded as the preserve of the base and the bawdy. Also, most of the female characters were played by men at the time.

Early career[edit]


Khote as Taramati in Ayodhyecha Raja.
Durga Khote debuted in a minor role in an obscure 1931 silent film, Farebi Jaal, by the Prabhat Film Company, followed by Maya Machindra (1932). She was soon promoted to play heroine in the 1932 double version (Hindi and Marathi) Ayodhyecha Raja, another Prabhat film, which was the first-ever Marathi talkie and proved to be a runaway hit, where she played the role of Rani Taramati.[7] Indeed, she ventured yet another pioneering trend: Despite working closely with Prabhat Film Company, she broke away from the "studio system" (exclusive contract with a studio to work in its films on a monthly salary) then in vogue and became one of the first "freelance" artistes of that era by working occasionally with the New Theatres, East India Film Co. (both at Calcutta), and Prakash Pictures.
In 1937, she produced and directed a film titled Saathi, making her one of the first women to step into this role in Indian cinema.[8] The 40s opened for her in a big way, with award-winning performances in Aachary Atre'sPayachi Dasi(Marathi) and Charnon Ki Dasi (Hindi) (1941) and Vijay Bhatt's classic, Bharat Milap (1942), both of which got her the BFJA Best Actress Award for two consecutive years.
Durga Khote remained active in theatre circuit for many years, especially the Marathi theatre in Mumbai. She was actively associated with the Indian People's Theatre Association (IPTA) and worked in several plays for theMumbai Marathi Sahitya Sangh. In 1954, she famously performed the role of Lady Macbeth, in V.V. Shirwadkar's Marathi adaptations of Macbeth, as Rajmukut, The Royal Crown, along with Nanasaheb Phatak.[9]

Later career[edit]

Durga Khote played a wide variety of roles over a career that was not only long but also untouched by scandal. She was the inspiration for several generations of Indian actresses, including veterans like the late Shobhna Samarth, who frequently spoke of how she had been inspired by Khote's example.
During later years, she played several important character roles, such as the mother of the protagonist. Her portrayal of Jodhabai, the queen of Akbar torn between duty towards her husband and love towards her son in Mughal-e-Azam (1960) was well received. She went on to play other widely appreciated character roles in later movies such as the role of the grandmother of the heroine in Bobby (1973), the hero's aunt in Abhimaan (1973), and thee really memorable Bidaai (1974), where she played a mother, a very sensitive role that can make one cry and received the Filmfare Best Supporting Actress Award.
In 1963, she acted in Merchant Ivory's debut film, The Householder (1963),[10][11] and her final memorable role was in Hrishikesh Mukherjee's Bawarchi (1972).
She acted in over 200 films in her career. By the 1980s she successfully diversified into production of short films, ad films and documentaries by setting up Fact Films and, later, Durga Khote Productions, which produced the Doordarshan TV series Wagle Ki Duniya.

Personal life[edit]

Her two sons Bakul and Harin were born from her first marriage with Vishwanath Khote. It was a traditional marriage into an orthodox family. Vishwanath Khote was from a millionaire family who were, at that time, the largest share brokers and road contractors. Vishwanath was a mechanical engineer from Banaras Hindu University who died young. After she was widowed, Khote had an unsuccessful second marriage to Mohammed Rashid.[12][not in citation given] Harin himself died at a young age, and was survived by his wife,Vijaya Mehta and two sons.[13]
Her grandchildren include Ravi, a filmmaker; granddaughter Anjali Khote; grandson Deven Khote, a television producer,[14] and a noted film producer, making films like Jodhaa Akbar and Life in a Metro.[15]
Her brother-in-law, Nandu Khote, was a noted stage and silent movie actor. His daughter Shubha Khote acted in Hindi films; debuting in Seema (1955), she later directed and produced Marathi films and entered television in the 90s. Viju Khote, most known for his role of Kalia in Sholay (1975) is a noted character actor, and younger brother of Shobha. Shobha's daughter, Bhavna Balsaver, is an award-winning TV actress. They appeared together in 1993's sitcom Zabaan Sambhalke on DD Metro.[16][17]
Later in life she wrote her acclaimed autobiography in Marathi which was later translated into English as I, Durga Khote,[18] and moved to Alibaug, near Mumbai. She died on September 22, 1991.

Filmography[edit]

YearFilmCharacter/RoleNotes
1931Farebi Jaal
1932Ayodhyecha RajaTaramatiHindi/Marathi film
1932Maya MachhindraQueenHindi/Marathi film
1933Patit Pawan
1933Rajrani MeeraMeera
1934SeetaSeeta
1935InquilabMiss Renee
1935Jeevan NatakMiss Queen
1936Amar JyotiQueen Saudamini
1937PratibhaPratibha
1938Nandakumar
1938Saathi
1939Adhuri KahaniHarbala
1940Yamla Jat
1940GeetaDurgaHindi/Marathi film
1940Narsi BhagatManekbaiGujarati/Hindi film
1941Charnon Ki Dasi / Payachi DasiVidya's mother-in-lawHindi / Marathi film
1942Bharat MilapMaharani KaikeyiHindi/Marathi film
1942Vijay
1943Kurbani
1943Mahasati Ansuya
1943Mahatma Vidur
1943Prithvi VallabhMrinalvati
1943TasveerVidya Devi
1943Zameen
1944Maharathi KarnaKunti
1945LakharaniBichwa
1945Pannadai
1945Phool
1945Veer Kunal
1946Maharani Minaldevi
1946Rukmini Swayamvar
1948Anjuman
1948Seeta Sawayamwar
1949Singaar
1949JeetRatan's Mother
1949Maya Bazaar
1950Alakh Niranjan
1950Beqasoor
1950Har Har Mahadev
1950Magroor
1950Nishana
1951AaramSita
1951Hamari Shaan
1951HumlogMother
1951Nai Zindagi
1951Sazaa
1952Aandhiyan
1952Lal Kunwar
1952Mordhwaj
1952Narveer Tanaji
1952Sandesh
1953Chacha Chowdhury
1953Mashooka
1953Naag Panchami
1953Naulakha HaarDevla
1953Shikast
1954Lakeeren
1954Mirza GhalibAmma, Chaudvin's mother
1954Shri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu
1955Adil-E-Jahangir
1956Justice
1956Parivar
1956PatraniRaj Mata
1956Rajdhani
1957Bade Sarkar
1957BhabhiRatan's aunt
1957Mera Salaam
1957MusafirMrs. Nilambar Sharma
1958Raj Tilak
1959ArdhanginiPrakash's mother
1959Ghar Ghar Ki Baat
1959Maine Jeena Seekh Liya
1960Mughal-E-AzamMaharani Jodha Bai
1960ParakhRani Ma, J.C. Roy's mother
1960Love in SimlaSonia's grandmother
1960Usne Kaha Tha
1961Bhabhi Ki ChudiyanPrabha's mother
1961Kismet Palat Ke Dekh
1961Senapati
1962Main Shadi Karne Chala
1962Man-MaujiDr. Mohan's mother
1962RungoliSubhagi
1962Son of IndiaHead Nun
1963The HouseholderPrem's Mother
1963Mujhe Jeene Do
1964Benazir
1964Door Ki AwaazPrakash's mother
1964Kaise Kahoon
1964Main Suhagan Hoon
1964Shagoon
1965Do DilRanimaa
1965KaajalRani Sahiba
1965PurnimaSharda R. Lal
1966AnupamaAshok's Mother
1966Daadi MaaDaadi Maa/Maharani
1966Devar
1966Pyar MohabbatRajmata Rajeshwari
1966SagaaiSheel's mother
1967Chandan Ka PalnaMrs. Radha Laxmidas
1968Jhuk Gaya AasmanMrs. Saxena
1968Sapno Ka SaudagarPeter's mother
1968SunghurshMrs. Bhawani Prasad
1969Dharti Kahe Pukarke
1969Ek Phool Do MaliLeela
1969Jeene Ki RaahJanki
1969Pyar Ka SapnaSudha's mother
1970KhilonaThakurain Singh
1971AnandRenu's MotherGuest Appearance
1971BanphoolHaria's maternal grandma
1971Ek Nari Ek BrahmachariRajlaxmi S. Chaudhary
1972BawarchiSeeta Sharma
1972Mere BhaiyaAvinash's Mother
1972Raja JaniRajmata
1972ShararatHarry's mother
1973BobbyMrs. Braganza
1973Namak HaraamSomu's Mother
1973AbhimaanDurga Mausi
1973GopiKunwar's Mother
1973Agni Rekha
1974BidaaiParvatiWon 1975 Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actress
1974Dil DiwanaVijay's Dadimaa
1974InsaaniyatRam's mother
1975ChaitaliManish's Mother
1975Kala SonaMrs. Ranjeet Singh
1975KhushbooBrindaban's mother
1976JaanemanRonnie's mother
1976Jai Bajrang BaliDevi Maa Anjani
1976Rangila Ratan
1976ShaqueMrs. Bannerjee
1977Chacha BhatijaMrs. D'Silva
1977Darling Darling
1977Do ChehereDaadima
1977Naami Chor
1977PaapiAshok's mother
1977PaheliBrij Mohan's mother
1977Saheb BahadurMeena's grandmother
1979Chor SipaheeMrs. Khanna, Raja's mother
1980KarzMrs. Shanta Prasad Verma
1983Daulat Ke DushmanSunil's mother

Awards[edit]

YearRecipient / Nominated workAwardResult
1942Charnon Ki Dasi[19]BFJA Awards: Best ActressWon
1943Bharat Milap[20]BFJA Awards: Best ActressWon
1968-Padma Shri, fourth highest civilian award by the Government of India.Awarded
1970Dhartichi LekreMaharashtra State AwardWon
1974BidaaiFilmfare Best Supporting Actress AwardWon
1983-Dadasaheb Phalke Award, the lifetime recognition award for films from Government of India[8]Awarded

Honours and recognitions[edit]

A postage stamp, bearing her face, was released by India Post to honour her on 3 May 2013.
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        2. Durga Khote
          Actress
        3. Durga Khote was an Indian actress, starting as one of the foremost leading ladies of her times, she remained active in Hindi and Marathi cinema, as well as theatre, for over 50 years, starring in around 200 films and numerous theatre productions. Wikipedia
        5. Born: January 14, 1905, Mumbai
        6. Died: September 22, 1991, Mumbai
        7. Spouse: Vishwanath Khote
        8. Children: Bakul Khote, Harin Khote
        9. Parents: Manjulabai Laud, Pandurang Laud
        10. Movies
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          Mughal-E-Azam (1960)
          Mughal‑E‑Azam
          1960
          Bidaai (1974)
          Bidaai
          1974
          Bhabhi (1957)
          Bhabhi
          1957
          Bobby (1973)
          Bobby
          1973
          Anupama (1966)
          Anupama
          1966
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