Aparna Vastarey:The Voice Behind Namma Metro Bangalore

Aparna Vastarey, aged 57, a prominent Kannada actor, television presenter, and anchor, passed away Thursday evening in Bengaluru after a battle with lung cancer. Here are top 5 interesting facts about Aparna Vastarey

Aparna Vastarey's distinctive voice was used for the recorded announcements of passenger boarding and deboarding on the Bangalore Metro, making her tones inseparable from the city's public transportation system.

From 2015 to 2021, Aparna Vastarey portrayed the character Varalakshmi on the sketch comedy show Majaa Talkies: Varalakshmi. Varalakshmi, a comical and self important sister in law, humorously boasted about her supposed friendships with celebrities such as Barack Obama and Salman Khan.

In her cinematic debut, Aparna Vastarey appeared in Puttanna Kanagal's 1984 film Masanada Hoovu She shared the screen with renowned actors Ambareesh and Jayanthi in this notable movie.

Returning to the silver screen after over two decades, Aparna Vastarey made a comeback in the 2024 cybercrime thriller Grey Games. Directed by Gangadhar Salimath, she portrayed the role of a mother grappling with her son's addiction to online gaming. Her compelling performance resonated deeply, showcasing her versatility and skill as an actor.

Aparna Vastarey joined the inaugural season of the Kannada reality TV series Bigg Boss Kannada 1 in 2013 as a contestant. Aired on ETV Kannada, her participation in the show contributed to her varied career in entertainment.