The Indian entertainment industry is mourning the loss of the immensely talented and beloved actor Satish Shah, who passed away at the age of 74 on Saturday after a battle with kidney complications. Shah, a pillar of comedic acting, left an indelible mark on both film and television. His passing has been met with heartfelt tributes from across Bollywood.
Amitabh Bachchan shared a poignant reflection on his blog, touching upon the theme of loss within the fraternity and the struggle to find normalcy during times of grief. Salman Khan paid tribute on X, sharing a personal anecdote about his long acquaintance with Shah and expressing his deep sense of loss. He fondly remembered the actor’s vibrant life.
Sushmita Sen, who shared a memorable on-screen chemistry with Shah in ‘Main Hoon Na’, posted a tribute on Instagram, thanking him for his presence in their lives. Vivek Oberoi reminisced about Shah’s supportive and humorous role as a mentor figure during his debut film, ‘Saathiya’, and celebrated the enduring popularity of his character Indravadan Sarabhai.
Stars like Priyanka Chopra, Hrithik Roshan, Kareena Kapoor Khan, R Madhavan, Paresh Rawal, Anupam Kher, Johny Lever, Farah Khan, and Karan Johar have all expressed their profound sadness. Johny Lever, a friend of over four decades, shared his shock and disbelief, emphasizing Shah’s significant contributions to cinema and television. Farah Khan spoke of the joy of working with Shah, particularly on ‘Main Hoon Na’, highlighting his constant humor and positive energy.
Anupam Kher released an emotional video tribute, calling Shah’s demise shocking and recalling his intelligence and wit. Hrithik Roshan expressed gratitude for Shah’s kindness towards him as a newcomer, stating that his comedic talent and legacy would continue to inspire. Co-stars from the popular show ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’, including Rupali Ganguly and Sumeet Raghavan, were among those who attended his cremation, offering a tearful farewell.
Satish Shah’s illustrious career includes critically acclaimed performances in films such as ‘Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro’, ‘Hum Saath-Saath Hain’, ‘Main Hoon Na’, ‘Kal Ho Naa Ho’, ‘Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa’, ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’, and ‘Shaadi No. 1’, cementing his place as a comedy legend.