**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 confirmed the tragic news and expressed his grief on social media. 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 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), and *Om Shanti Om* (2007), among many others.
Apart from his cinematic success, 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 gained immense popularity with *Sarabhai vs Sarabhai* (2004). His portrayal of the witty and endearing Indravadan Sarabhai earned him love from audiences across generations.
Shah also appeared in *Filmi Chakkar* (1993) and went on to co-judge the comedy reality show *Comedy Circus* alongside Archana Puran Singh in 2008.
In recognition of his contribution to Indian entertainment, he was appointed as a member of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) society in 2015, further underscoring his impact on the industry.
As tributes continue to pour in, the entertainment community 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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