Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan has expressed profound grief over the passing of his long-time makeup artist, Ashok Sawant, who had been an integral part of his professional and personal life for over 27 years. In a deeply emotional Instagram post, Bachchan remembered Sawant not merely as a colleague but as a cherished member of his family. The actor fondly referred to him as ‘Ashok dada,’ highlighting their bond that transcended the professional realm. Sawant, who had been Bachchan’s makeup artist since his debut film, was described as a loving, gentle, and affable individual who always carried a smile and warm embrace. Despite his health struggles in recent years, Sawant remained deeply involved in Bachchan’s work, ensuring his assistant took meticulous care of the actor’s makeup. Bachchan also recalled Sawant’s thoughtful gestures, such as bringing homemade snacks like ‘namkeen chivda’ and ‘bhakar wadi’ to the sets. The actor expressed his gratitude for Sawant’s unwavering love, care, dignity, and talent, concluding his tribute with heartfelt thanks for the memories they shared. The news of Sawant’s demise has left the Bollywood fraternity and fans mourning the loss of a dedicated and beloved professional.