India, Oct. 19 -- Actor and politician Raj Babbar fondly remembered his late wife, actor Smita Patil on her birth anniversary, which falls on October 17. Taking to Instagram, Raj penned a note, recalling how Smita touched the hearts of the audience with her impeccable acting prowess. "Smita consciously used her cinematic journey as a medium to drive change. Her portrayals dared to question norms and dismantle stereotypes. Her ease with complex roles and her deep understanding of characters woven into our social fabric set her apart," he posted. "She achieved so much within the brief span that destiny allowed. The brevity of her life will always feel like an unhealed grievance. On her birth anniversary, I fondly remember Smita Patil," his post further read. Smita, known for her work in the '80s parallel cinema movement, died in 1986 weeks after giving birth to her son, Prateik Smita Patil, at age 31. She was a recipient of the Padma Shri, which is India's fourth-highest civilian honour.htc...