Madhu Malhotra Death: Husband Died From Accident, Actress Remarried An Alcoholic Who Did 5 Marriages – Know About Her Tragic Relationship

Veteran Bollywood actress Madhu Malhotra passed away on March 13, 2026, in Mumbai at the age of 72. Known for her expressive eyes and graceful presence, she appeared in more than 100 films. Most of her roles were supporting, but she added emotional depth and charm to every performance.

Fans remember her most for the hit song “Lambi Judaai” from the 1983 film Hero, directed by Subhash Ghai. Other notable films in her career include:

• Satte Pe Satta (1982)
  
• Karz (1980)
  
• Vishwanath (1978)
  
• Rishta Kagaz Ka (1983)
  
• Qayamat (1983)
  

Madhu Malhotra also appeared in later films like Ghulam (1998) and Hogi Pyaar Ki Jeet (1999). Even after leaving the spotlight, she was respected in Bollywood for her professionalism and quiet dignity.

Early Life And Personal Tragedy Of Madhu Malhotra

Madhu Malhotra’s personal life had its share of heartbreak. She first married Madan, the younger brother of actor Kedarnath Saigal. They had a daughter, Rakhee Malhotra, who later became a Bollywood actress.

Tragically, Madan died in a motorcycle accident at a young age. Madhu was left a widow while raising her daughter and continuing her film career.

Second Marriage And Life After Divorce

In June 1992, Madhu Malhotra remarried actor Mahesh Anand, known for his villainous roles in the 1980s and 1990s. Mahesh had a complicated personal life – he married five times and struggled with alcoholism and financial problems.

• Madhu was Mahesh Anand’s third wife.
  
• Their marriage ended in divorce after a few years.
  
• Mahesh later married Usha Bachani in 2000 and Lana, a Russian national, in 2015.
  

After her divorce, Madhu chose a quieter life. She gradually stepped away from films and focused on supporting her daughter Rakhee’s career. Colleagues described her as soft-spoken, professional and dignified, even through personal struggles.

Legacy Of Madhu Malhotra

Madhu Malhotra is survived by her daughter, Rakhee Malhotra. Her funeral was held at the Oshiwara crematorium in Mumbai on March 14, 2026.

Although she mainly played supporting roles, Madhu’s contribution to Bollywood is significant. She is remembered for her performances in Amitabh Bachchan and Hema Malini‘s Satte Pe Satta, Karz and her unforgettable appearance in Hero.