**Veteran Actor Satish Shah Passes Away at 73**
Veteran actor Satish Shah, renowned for his remarkable contribution to Indian cinema and television, passed away on Saturday, October 25, reportedly due to kidney failure. The actor was 73 years old.
While there has been no official statement from his family yet, filmmaker Ashoke Pandit took to social media to confirm the tragic news and express his grief. Sharing the news on X (formerly Twitter), Pandit wrote,
“Sad and shocked to inform you that our dear friend and a great actor Satish Shah has expired few hours ago due to kidney failure. He was rushed to Hinduja hospital where he breathed his last. A great loss to our industry. Om Shanti.”
His post was soon followed by an outpouring of condolences from fans, friends, and colleagues across the entertainment industry.
Satish Ravilal Shah was a beloved name in Indian entertainment, celebrated for his impeccable comic timing and versatility. He made an indelible mark with his performances in some of the most memorable Hindi films, including *Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro* (1983), *Hum Aapke Hain Koun* (1994), *Hum Saath Saath Hain* (1999), *Main Hoon Na* (2004), *Fanaa* (2006), *Om Shanti Om* (2007),* among many others.
Apart from his successful film career, Shah was equally adored for his work on television. He became a household name with the cult classic sitcom *Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi* (1984) and later the immensely popular *Sarabhai vs Sarabhai* (2004), where his portrayal of the witty and endearing Indravadan Sarabhai earned him immense love from audiences across generations.
He also appeared in *Filmi Chakkar* (1993) and went on to co-judge *Comedy Circus* alongside Archana Puran Singh in 2008.
In 2015, Satish Shah was appointed as a member of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) society, further underscoring his significant contribution to Indian entertainment.
As tributes continue to pour in, the industry remembers Satish Shah not just as an actor, but as a performer who brought laughter and warmth to millions of homes.
We at Bollywood Hungama extend our heartfelt condolences to Satish Shah’s family, friends, and fans. May his soul rest in peace.
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