Veteran Actor Satish Shah Passes Away at 74, Bollywood Mourns the Icon
Satish Shah Passes Away: Renowned actor Satish Shah breathed his last on October 25, 2025, at 2:30 PM in Mumbai’s Hinduja Hospital. The 74-year-old actor had been suffering from kidney-related ailments for some time. His funeral is scheduled for October 26. Born on June 25, 1951, in Gujarat, Satish Shah’s passing marks the end of an era in Indian comedy and cinema.
Industry mourns the veteran
Filmmaker Ashok Pandit took to social media to express his grief, writing, “It is with deep sadness and shock that I inform you that our dear friend and a great actor, Satish Shah, passed away a few hours ago due to kidney failure. He was taken to Hinduja Hospital, where he breathed his last. A great loss to our industry. Om Shanti.” His message reflects the heartbreak felt by countless fans and colleagues who admired Shah’s warmth and humor both on and off-screen.
CINTAA expresses its condolences on the demise of Satish Shah ji (member since 1985)
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Co-star Johnny Lever remembers him
Comedian Johnny Lever also expressed his sorrow, saying, “Feeling extremely sad to share that we’ve lost a great artist & my dearest friend of over 40 years. It’s hard to believe—I had spoken to him just two days ago. Satish Bhai, you will truly be missed. Your immense contribution to film and television will never be forgotten.”
His words highlight the deep bond the two legends shared and the void left behind in Indian comedy.
Feeling extremely sad to share that we’ve lost a great artist & my dearest friend of over 40 years. It’s hard to believe—I had spoken to him just two days ago. Satish Bhai, you will truly be missed. Your immense contribution to film and television will never be forgotten. 🙏🏽🕊️ pic.twitter.com/IXuXI1AYhA
— Johny Lever (@iamjohnylever) October 25, 2025
From Gujarat to nationwide fame
Born in Mandvi, Gujarat, Satish Ravilal Shah’s acting journey began after graduating from St. Xavier’s College and completing training at FTII Pune. In 1972, he married Madhu Shah, beginning a lifelong partnership.
He made his acting debut in the 1970s with Bhagwan Parshuram and went on to star in iconic films like Arvind Desai Ki Ajeeb Dastaan, Gaman, Umrao Jaan, Shakti, Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron, and Vikram Betal. His impeccable comic timing and versatility made him one of the most beloved faces on both television and the silver screen.
His unforgettable legacy
Satish Shah’s contribution to Indian cinema and television remains unparalleled. His portrayal of Indravadan Sarabhai in Sarabhai vs Sarabhai continues to make audiences laugh even today. With his natural humor, relatable charm, and unforgettable expressions, he has left behind a treasure trove of memories that will continue to inspire generations of performers.
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