Sulochana Devi

Personal Details:
- Full Name: Sulochana Latkar (formerly known as Rangu Diwan)
- Date of Birth: July 30, 1928
- Place of Birth: Belgaum, Bombay Presidency, British India (now Belagavi, Karnataka, India)
- Date of Death: June 4, 2023 (aged 94)
- Place of Death: Dadar, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Occupation:
- Profession: Actress
- Years Active: 1946–1988

Family:
- Daughter: Kanchan Ghanekar
- Son-in-law: Dr. Kashinath Ghanekar

Honors and Awards:
- Padma Shri (1999)
- Maharashtra Bhushan (2009)

Career Highlights:
- Marathi Films: Acted in over 50 films, including "Sasurvas" (1946), "Vahinichya Bangdya" (1953), and "Sangte Aika" (1959).
- Hindi Films: Appeared in around 250 films, known for iconic mother roles opposite stars like Sunil Dutt, Dev Anand, and Rajesh Khanna.
- Notable Collaborations: Paired with actors like Nazir Hussain, Trilok Kapoor, and Ashok Kumar in Hindi cinema.

Legacy:
- Sulochana Latkar's contributions to Indian cinema are celebrated with prestigious awards like the Padma Shri and Maharashtra Bhushan.
- Her versatile performances and timeless portrayals continue to inspire actors and audiences alike, leaving an enduring legacy in the annals of Indian cinema.