The versatile star who hoisted the flag of folk art has passed away: Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, expressing grief, said: "Madhu Kambikar's artistic journey, from folk art to theatre and cinema, was very rich and distinctive. While keeping the traditional style of Lavani alive, she built a big name as a dancer through her study of Kathak. Through her dance style and grace, she gave Lavani a distinct dignity, and on screen too she showed the form in fuller colour."
Speaking further, the Chief Minister said: "In Marathi cinema, she played many varied roles with sterling acting. Her journey has been a guide and an inspiration for two generations in the field. The death of veteran actor Madhu Kambikar is an irreparable loss for the world of art, and the versatile star who kept the flag of Marathi folk art flying proudly on screen has now departed. We share in the grief of the Kambikar family and all of Madhutai's fans. May God give them the strength to bear this shock."
Lavani lost an artist who gave it prestige: Cultural Affairs Minister Adv. Ashish Shelar Cultural Affairs Minister Adv. Ashish Shelar also expressed deep sorrow at Madhu Kambikar's death. "We have lost a senior artiste who made the heritage of Maharashtra's folk art immortal through her dance and acting. Keeping the authentic style of traditional Lavani alive, she gave this folk art a new height through her dance skills. Her dance style, enriched by in-depth study of Kathak, her natural grace and her powerful acting that did justice to varied roles were the main features of her artistic journey. Through her artistic devotion, the heritage of folk art has reached future generations, and her contribution will always inspire the new generation," he said while paying tribute.
Films and contribution to theatre Madhu Kambikar made an indelible mark with her versatile art across all three mediums: Lavani and folk art, theatre and cinema. Many of the roles she played on screen are still remembered by audiences: Shapit Jhakli Mooth Savva Lakhachi Ek Daav Dhobipachad Halad Rusli Kunku Hasle Ashi Hi Banwabanwi Bai Mi Bholi Sakhya Sajna Chorichaa Mamla
Apart from this, through stage productions focused on folk arts such as 'Sakhi Majhi Lavani', she carried traditional Lavani with dignity into homes and to educated audiences. With her death, a guide and a beacon of Marathi art has passed on.