Kannada actor and TV anchor Aparna Vastarey passed away in Bengaluru on Thursday after suffering from cancer. She was 57. She is survived by her husband Nagaraj Vastarey, who is a Kannada writer and architect.

Aparna is known for her work across films and television. She shot to fame with her role in Puttanna Kanagal’s film, ‘Masanada Hoovu’, in 1984. Later, she acted in many films, including ‘Inspector Vikram’. Aparna was also known for her roles in TV serials like Mudalamane and Mukta.