Smita Patil
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Smita Patil (October 17, 1955 – December 13, 1986) was an Indian actress and active feminist who primarily worked in Hindi and Marathi films. Remembered among the finest actresses of Indian cinema, she was known for her portrayals of strong and morally complex women prominently in arthouse and parallel cinema, a New Wave movement in India cinema known for its neo-realism. In a career that spanned over a decade, with 10 films released posthumously, her accolades include two National Film Awards, a Filmfare Award, a Maharashtra State Film Award, and two Filmfare Awards Marathi, and the Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian honour awarded by the Government of India.
Best Smita Patil Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Smita Patil's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Smita Patil.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Waaris | Paramjit | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1988 | Akarshan | Special Appearance | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Aaj | Kavita | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Thikana | Shashi Goel | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Raahee | Rano | Flop | Similar → |
| 1987 | Dance Dance | Radha | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | Mirch Masala | Sonbai | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Nazrana | Mukta | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1987 | Sher Shivaji | - | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Dahleez | Sukhbir Kaur | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Anokha Rishta | Dr. Pramila | Flop | Similar → |
| 1986 | Dilwaala | Sumitra Devi | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Kaanch Ki Deewar | Nisha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1986 | Aap Ke Saath | Ganga | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Satyajit Ray | Self | Average | Similar → |
| 1985 | Aakhir Kyon? | Nisha | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Chidambaram | Shivagami | Hit | Similar → |
| 1985 | Ghulami | Sumitra Sultan Singh | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Sharaabi | Special Appearance | Average | Similar → |
| 1984 | Aaj Ki Awaz | Public Prosecutor Rajni V. Deshmukh | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Kasam Paida Karne Wale Ki | Aarti | Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Tarang | Janki | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Giddh: The Vulture | Hanumi | Flop | Similar → |
| 1984 | Anand aur Anand | Kiran | Flop | Similar → |
| 1983 | Ardh Satya | Jyotsna Gokhale | Hit | Similar → |
| 1983 | Qayamat | Shashi | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Market Place | Zeenat | Average | Similar → |
| 1983 | Haadsaa | Asha | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Arth | Kavita Sanyal | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Shakti | Roma | Hit | Similar → |
| 1982 | Umbartha | Sulabha Mahajan | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Dil-E-Nadaan | Sheela | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Badle Ki Aag | Bijli | Flop | Similar → |
| 1982 | Namak Halaal | Poonam | Average | Similar → |
| 1982 | Bazaar | Najma | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | Tajurba | Pinki | Average | Similar → |
| 1981 | Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyoon Aata Hai | Joan Pinto | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Chakra | Amma | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | Bhavni Bhavai | Ujam | Flop | Similar → |
| 1981 | In Search of Famine | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 1981 | The Deliverance | Jhuria | Average | Similar → |
| 1980 | Aakrosh | Nagi Bhiku | Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | The Sage from the Sea | Parvati | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1978 | Gaman | Khairun | Hit | Similar → |
| 1977 | The Role | Usha | Average | Similar → |
| 1977 | Jait Re Jait | Chindhi | Average | Similar → |
| 1976 | The Churning | Bindu | Hit | Similar → |
| 1975 | Samna | Kamley | Average | Similar → |
| 1975 | Nishant | Rukmini | Hit | Similar → |
| 1974 | Raja Shiv Chhatrapati | Saibai | Flop | Similar → |
Smita Patil - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Smita Patil?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Smita Patil is "Nazrana" with a rating of 10.0/10.
How many movies has Smita Patil acted in?
Smita Patil has been featured in at least 50 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Smita Patil?
Other notable films include "Haadsaa", "Kaanch Ki Deewar", and "The Sage from the Sea".