In his condolence message, CM Fadnavis said actor Satish Shah, who passed away aged 74, would be remembered for the effortless charm and authenticity he brought to every role he undertook
Satish Shah passed away on Saturday, October 25. File Pic
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday paid tribute to veteran actor Satish Shah, describing him as a versatile artist who left an indelible mark on Indian cinema and theatre, reported the PTI.
The actor passed away on Saturday, October 25, afternoon.
In his condolence message, CM Fadnavis said Shah, who passed away aged 74, would be remembered for the effortless charm and authenticity he brought to every role he undertook.
“Through his natural and graceful performances, he carved a permanent place in the hearts of audiences,” the Chief Minister said, according to the PTI.
Shah earned widespread acclaim for his work across films, theatre, and television. From comedy and light-hearted entertainment to serious character roles, he displayed remarkable range and depth as an actor, CM Fadnavis said.
The Chief Minister added that Shah, who had also appeared in films by the late Dada Kondke, played a pivotal role in enriching Marathi cinema. “His demise is a great loss to the world of art. A guiding link that connected generations of artists has been severed,” he said, as per the PTI.
Shah, whose presence in films such as Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron and Main Hoon Na, and the sitcom Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, brought smiles and laughter to audiences, passed away at his residence in Bandra, Mumbai, on Saturday afternoon, according to Ramesh Kadatala, his personal assistant of over 30 years.
The veteran actor has enjoyed a prolific career spanning over four decades across film and television. A graduate of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune, he began his journey in the late 1970s and quickly became one of India’s most beloved character actors. He is best remembered for his impeccable comic timing in films like Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983), Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! (1994), Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa (1994), Hum Saath Saath Hain (1999), Main Hoon Na (2004), Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003), and Om Shanti Om (2007). Over the years, he has appeared in more than 200 films, often playing memorable supporting or comic roles that have become integral to Hindi cinema’s humour landscape.
On television, Shah achieved cult status with Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi (1984), where he played multiple characters in each episode, showcasing his range and comic genius. He later starred in popular sitcoms like Filmy Chakkar, Ghar Jamai, and Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, where his portrayal of the lovable yet pompous Indravadan Sarabhai remains iconic. Beyond acting, Shah has also served as a judge on comedy reality shows and continues to be regarded as one of India’s most versatile and enduring entertainers.
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