Zarine Khan, wife of veteran actor Sanjay Khan and mother of Sussanne and Zayed Khan, died at age 81 due to age-related ailments at her Mumbai residence.
Zarine is survived by her husband Sanjay Khan and their four children: Sussanne Khan, Simone Arora, Farah Ali Khan, and Zayed Khan.
Before marrying Sanjay Khan in 1966, Zarine had a brief Bollywood career, appearing in films such as Tere Ghar Ke Saamne and Ek Phool Do Mali. She later became a recognized interior designer, a profession also pursued by her daughter Sussanne Khan. Additionally, she authored a cookbook titled Family Secret, featuring family recipes.
Zarine celebrated her 81st birthday in July, marked by a heartfelt Instagram post from Sussanne Khan. The post featured a montage of candid childhood and recent photos.
“My my… what an amazing mama you are! Happiest happy birthday, my gorgeous, beautiful mommy. Everything I do and all that I create in life is because of the way you shaped my heart, my mind, and my grit. I am so honoured and grateful to be your little girl.”
Summary: Zarine Khan, a beloved actress turned interior designer and author, passed away peacefully at 81, leaving a lasting legacy through her family and creative passions.