The Indian film industry is in mourning following the passing of veteran actor Satish Shah on October 25. Known for his impeccable comedic timing and memorable roles in films like ‘Main Hoon Na’ and TV shows like ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai,’ Shah’s career spanned over 250 movies, including iconic titles such as ‘Hum Saath Saath Hain,’ ‘Kal Ho Naa Ho,’ ‘Mujhse Shaadi Karogi,’ and ‘Om Shanti Om.’ His demise has elicited an outpouring of heartfelt tributes from Bollywood stars and colleagues. Actor R Madhavan shared a poignant message on Instagram, stating, ‘The heavens will be a merrier and happier place now,’ while director Farah Khan reminisced about their collaboration, calling him a ‘joy to know and work with.’ Actor Rakesh Bedi, a close friend and batchmate from FTII, expressed his grief in an emotional video, saying, ‘It’s one of the saddest days of my life.’ Filmmaker Madhur Bhandarkar and comedian Johnny Lever also paid their respects, highlighting Shah’s immense contributions to Indian cinema and television. Shah’s legacy as a versatile actor and beloved colleague will continue to inspire generations.
‘Heavens will be merrier’: Bollywood stars pay tribute to veteran Satish Shah on demise
