Lata Mangeshkar Mourns the Loss of Veteran Actor Kumkum

Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar on Tuesday mourned the demise of veteran Bollywood actor Kumkum, who passed away earlier today at the age of 86. The late actor had more than 100 films under her credit and has graced the screens by appearing in hit songs including 'Mere Mehboob Qayamat Hogi'. Upon the news, the 90-year-old musician took to Twitter to express her sorrow and wished for peace to the departed soul of the actor. Television director Naved Jafri was among the first few to break the news of her demise and to pay their respect. Kumkum Passes Away: From Kabhi Aar Kabhi Paar to Yeh Hai Bombay Meri Jaan – 5 Evergreen Songs of the Late Actress To Remember Her By (Watch Videos)

He, on Twitter, shared multiple pictures of the late actor and recalled the memories attached to her. Jafri also dubbed her as a "superb artist and a fantastic human being". "We have lost another gem. I have known her since I was a kid and she was family, a superb artist and a fantastic human being, innalillahe wa innailaihe raajeoon. Rest in peace kumkum aunty", his tweet read. Kumkum, Veteran Actress of Mr X in Bombay Fame, Dies at 86; Actor Nasirr Khan Confirms Her Demise (View Tweet)

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Kumkum was popularly known for her roles in the movies like 'Kohinoor', 'Mr. X in Bombay', 'Mother India', 'Raja Aur Runk', 'Aankhen', and more. (ANI)

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