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Kishori Ballal
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| Born | 1937/1938 Mangaluru, Kingdom of Mysuru, British India
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| Died | (aged 82) |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1960–2020 |
| Spouse(s) | N Sripathi Ballal |
Kishori Ballal (born around 1937 or 1938 – died February 18, 2020) was a talented Indian actress. She was well-known for her work in Kannada cinema, which are films made in the Kannada language.
About Kishori Ballal
Kishori Ballal began her acting journey in 1960. Over her career, which lasted more than 15 years, she appeared in 72 films. She had the chance to work with many famous directors and actors.
Her Work in Films
Besides Kannada films, Kishori Ballal also acted in Hindi movies. One of her most famous roles was as Kaveri Amma, the kind caretaker of Shah Rukh Khan's character in the popular film Swades (2004). This movie was highly praised by critics.
She also appeared in other notable films like Aiyyaa (2012) and Quick Gun Murugun (2009). In 2016, she was seen in films such as Kahi and Aasra.
Television Roles
Kishori Ballal also acted on television. She played the role of the matriarch, or the main older woman, in the long-running TV series Amruthavarshini.
Later Life
Kishori Ballal continued acting until close to her death. She passed away on February 18, 2020, at the age of 82, due to health issues related to her age.
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