She died on August 22, with her son Akkash Bharadwaj confirming the news. She passed away at around 7:30 pm, according to Akkash. Veteran actor and mimicry artist Aasha Singh Jaiswal has passed away in Mumbai. A familiar face in films and television, Aasha was also known for her mimicry performances. Her last rites were held the next morning at the Pawan Hans Crematorium in Vile Parle West, Mumbai.
Aasha Singh Jaiswal was an actor, mimicry artist and social worker who worked across television, films and live performances during her long career. She became widely known for playing Kripi, the sister of Kripacharya, in B.R. Chopra’s iconic mythological series Mahabharat. Her film credits included character roles in Baazigar, Bobby Jasoos, Deewangee, Aag, Kayda Kanoon, Aansu Bane Angaarey and Ghar Bazar. Aasha also made a name for herself as a pioneering female mimicry artist. She was particularly admired for her voice impressions of legendary actor Meena Kumari. Alongside her work in entertainment, she founded Aasha Events and Films and remained involved in social work.
