On February 17, 2026, renowned Bollywood actress Praveena Deshpande passed away at the age of 60 after a prolonged battle with multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer. Her family confirmed her death through a social media statement, revealing that her last rites were conducted the same day at the Hindu crematorium in Mumbai. Deshpande was celebrated for her memorable supporting roles in successful films such as 'Ready', 'Ek Villain', and 'Jalebi', and her career spanned several decades, making significant contributions to Hindi and Marathi cinema, television, theater, and digital platforms. Reports indicate that she had been fighting cancer since 2019, demonstrating remarkable courage throughout her illness, as noted by various media outlets including Express News and Daily Qudrat.