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Ankita Lokhande paid a heartfelt homage to her close friend and co-star from Pavitra Rishta, Priya Marathe, who passed away from cancer at the age of 38. The actor talked about their bond in a lengthy post on Instagram a day after Priya's death, sharing several unseen photos. Recalling how they along with actor Prarthana Behere had established a small gang on set, Ankita Lokhande called Priya Marathe her 'first friend from Pavitra Rishta.'

Ankita Lokhande revealed Priya supported her during every stage of life. "Priya was my first friend from Pavitra Rishta. Me, Prarthana and Priya.. our little gang… it always felt so wholesome when we were together. Priya, Prats and I lovingly called each other wedee in Marathi, and that bond was truly special..She was there in my good days and held me through my sad days… never once missing to show up when I needed her. She never missed attending the Gauri Maha Aarti during Ganpati Bappa, and this year, I’ll pray for your soul there, my wedee… while missing you dearly," she shared.

Ankita Lokhande praised Priya's bravery and called her the 'strongest' when considering her resilience in the face of illness. "Priya was the strongest she fought every battle with so much courage. Aaj ti nahiye amchya sobat, and it breaks my heart to even write this. Losing her is a reminder that we really never know the battles someone is fighting behind their smile..So, be kind… always," she wrote.

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Ankita's concluding note read - "Priya, my dear wedee, you will always live in my heart and in my memories. Thank you for every laugh, every tear, every moment. Until we meet again… Om Shanti."

 
 
 
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Priya Marathe is well-known for her work as an actor and stand-up comedian. Known for her roles in television series like Pavitra Rishta and Kasamh Se, Priya Marathe was highly regarded for her diverse range as an actor. Char Disan Sasuche, Tu Tithe Mi, Swarajyarakshak Sambhaji, Ya Sukhano Ya, Saath Nibhaana Saathiya, Tuzech Mi Geet Gaat Aahe, Tu Tithe Me, Bhaage Re Mann, Jayastute, Bharat Ka Veer Putra - Maharana Pratap, and more were among the shows that garnered her a large following.

The television industry is in shock over her sudden passing, while her fans and colleagues paid their respects.