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Veteran actor Satish Shah passes away at 73

Veteran actor Satish Shah, known for his remarkable contribution to Indian cinema and television, passed away on Saturday, October 25, reportedly due to kidney failure. The actor was 73. 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 in the entertainment industry. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ashoke Pandit (@ashokepandit1)Satish Ravilal Shah, a beloved name in Indian entertainment, was 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 success in films, Shah was equally adored for his television work. 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, he was appointed as a member of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) society, further underscoring his 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.

‘I’m the speaker and the president!’ Trump humiliates Mike Johnson in private conversation

As President Donald Trump continues to wield near-unchallenged influence over House Republicans, he’s reportedly joked behind the scenes about effectively holding the position of president and House speaker, two insiders revealed to The New York Times in its report Saturday.“I’m the speaker and the president,” Trump said jokingly, according to two insiders who spoke with the Times on the condition of anonymity. As of Saturday, the House has been in recess for 25 days, with House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) refusing to reconvene the chamber until the Senate adopts a spending bill to fund the government and end the shutdown. The dispute centers on health care subsidies set to expire this year: Republicans have refused to extend them, while Democrats have resisted supporting any spending bill that omits an extension. Trump has voiced opposition to extending the subsidies to resolve the government shutdown, a position that Johnson has supported in refusing to budge on the issue, and despite growing divisions among Republican lawmakers on the issue. And it’s Johnson’s dedication to supporting Trump’s wishes, argued Times reporter Annie Karni in an analysis published Saturday, that could ultimately weaken the position of House speaker in years to come.“[Johnson’s] approach [is one] born of political expedience that could have far-reaching consequences for an institution that has already ceded much of its power to President Trump,” Karni wrote. “And Mr. Johnson, who without the president’s backing wields little influence over his own members, has chosen to make himself subservient to Mr. Trump, a break with many speakers of the past who sought in their own ways to act more as a governing partner with the president than as his underling. Mr. Johnson has done little in recent weeks to contest the point.”.

Harshvardhan Rane in talks with Ektaa R Kapoor for an action-packed gangster film set in Dubai? Here’s what we know!

Fresh off the success of his recent Diwali release Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat, Harshvardhan Rane seems to be gearing up for an exciting new chapter in his career. According to a Pinkvilla report, the actor is currently in advanced discussions with ace producer Ektaa R Kapoor for a gangster drama set against the glamorous yet gritty backdrop of Dubai. Known for her knack for discovering new talent and creating unconventional stories, Ektaa R Kapoor is reportedly eyeing Harshvardhan Rane for a key role in this action-packed saga. The project, said to blend high-octane action, emotional drama, and a layered portrayal of crime and ambition, could mark Harshvardhan’s first major step into the world of gangster cinema. A source close to the development revealed that the discussions are ongoing but promising. “They’re still figuring out on a lot of things about the film, but it’s definitely a gangster saga with a contemporary edge. Audiences know Rane for intense love stories, and a film like this would position him in a completely different genre, giving him a fresh and edgy image,” the insider told the portal. If the deal goes through, the film is expected to present Harshvardhan in a never-seen-before avatar, exploring darker shades of his acting range. The actor, who has often been praised for his emotional depth and screen presence, will reportedly play a character that delves into the ruthless yet human side of a gangster navigating loyalty, power, and moral conflict. While the project is still under wraps, sources suggest that it will carry Ektaa R Kapoor’s trademark storytelling style an engaging mix of drama and emotion layered within a thrilling narrative. The Dubai setting is expected to lend an opulent yet edgy texture to the film’s visual storytelling. Both Harshvardhan Rane and Ektaa R Kapoor have remained tight-lipped about the development, but industry buzz suggests that an official announcement might be around the corner. Meanwhile, Harshvardhan is currently gearing up for another power-packed action romance in the fantasy genre, Silaa which will see him paired with Sadia Khateeb for the first time. It will also feature Bigg Boss winner Karan Veer Mehra. Also Read: Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat Box Office: Holds well on Thursday, aims to score half century by Sunday.

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