Noted Kannada actress Kishori Ballal, who played the role of Kaveriamma in Swades, passed away today. The actress was suffering from age-related illnesses and breathed her last in a hospital in Bengaluru.

Swades director Ashutosh Gowariker took to Twitter to condole Ballal's demise. He wrote, "HEARTBROKEN! Terribly sad about the passing away of #KishoriBallal ji!! Kishori ji... you will be remembered for your generously kind, warm and affable persona! And your unforgettable performance as #Kaveriamma in #Swades !! You will surely be missed!!"