Amitabh Bachchan's actress, once Shabana Azmi's rival, started career as TV anchor, fell in love with married man, became his second wife, died at just..., name is..

Smita Patil had a short but impactful career, during which she worked with many superstars, including Rajesh Khanna, Amitabh Bachchan, and Raj Babbar, among others. Smita Patil's professional journey was magnificent, however, it was her personal life that attracted the most attention.