Veteran actor Satish Shah, who starred in films such as "Main Hoon Na" and "Jaane Bhi Do Yaar," as well as the television series "Sarabhai Vs. Sarabhai," passed away today at the age of 74. The actor reportedly struggled with kidney-related problems. It was veteran filmmaker Ashoke Pandit who verified his demise.
On social media, filmmaker Ashoke Pandit verified the information and wrote: "Sad and shocked to inform you that our dear friend and a great actor, Satish Shah, has passed away a 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."
Additionally, the director included a video in the same where he stated, "I would like to share some sad news with you. Our friend, a great actor, Satish Shah, has passed away due to kidney failure. A while ago, he suddenly fell ill at home. He was taken to the Hinduja Hospital, Shivaji Park. He has passed away. His body will be brought to his residence in Bandra. I will keep you informed about his funeral. It is a huge loss for our industry. I have worked a lot with Satish. Satish is a great man."
Ramesh Kadatala, Shah's personal assistant for over 30 years, said the actor passed away in the afternoon at his home in Bandra East. Kadatala stated: "It seems he passed away from a heart attack; however, we are awaiting the final reports from the doctor about the reason behind his death."
Satish Shah was born on June 25, 1951, and has appeared in a number of films, including Im Shanti Om (2007), Fanaa (2006), Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003), and Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai (2000). Reports state that the actor was a Mandvi-born Kutchi Gujarati. He joined the Film and Television Institute of India in Pune after graduating from Xavier's College.