Satish Shah passes away at the age of 74 after kidney failure. Industry people come to pay their final respects. WATCH
Updated: October 26, 2025 3:05 PM IST
After the unfortunate news of veteran actor Satish Shah’s demise, the entertainment industry is in deep shock and is mourning his untimely death. Satish Shah, who passed away at the age of 74 was known for his unforgettable comic timing, warmth, and larger-than-life screen presence. The actor, best remembered for his iconic portrayal of Indravadan Sarabhai in the cult classic sitcom Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, left behind an irreplaceable legacy in both television and cinema. His final rites were held in Mumbai on Sunday morning, where people from the industry came to pay their final respects and say their last goodbye.
A Beloved Actor Who Defined Generations of Comedy
Satish Shah started his acting career in the year 1976 after graduating from the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII). He rose to prominence with Kundan Shah’s Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1981). Later, he appeared in Ye Jo Hai Zindagi, where his impeccable comic timing further cemented his image as the “Comedy King.”
Soon, Satish became a household name with his memorable roles in Ghar Jamai, Filmi Chakkar, and Sarabhai vs Sarabhai. Even today his cult classic television show Sarabhai vs Sarabhai remains a part of the pop culture. Besides films, he also featured in several Bollywood blockbusters such as Main Hoon Na, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Fanaa, and Hum Aapke Hain Koun, winning hearts across generations.
Emotional Farewell by the Industry
Satish Shah, who took his last breath on Saturday evening, had his funeral today, held at his Bandra residence. He was laid to rest amid tearful goodbyes from family and friends at Pawan Hans crematorium located in Vile Parle West. Several well-known faces from the film and TV fraternity came to pay their final respects. Among the many, his Sarabhai vs Sarabhai co-stars Rupali Ganguly, Sumeet Raghavan, Ratna Pathak Shah, Rajesh Kumar, Deven Bhojani, and JD Majethia also arrived to bid an emotional farewell.
Rupali Ganguly, aka ‘Monisha’ from Sarabhai vs Sarabha,i played Satish’s on-screen daughter-in-law. She was seen breaking down in her car as she arrived at the funeral. The emotional moment was captured by paparazzi and left fans deeply moved.
Actors and filmmakers Jackie Shroff, David Dhawan, Kunal Kohli, Johnny Lever, Naseeruddin Shah, Aanjjan Srivastav, Neil Nitin Mukesh, and Ashoke Pandit were also spotted paying their respects.
Satish’s Eternal Legacy
Satish, who made people laugh with his comic character and quick wit, had his fans and the industry in tears as he left the world. However, while Satish has left the world today, his legacy will stay alive through the characters he brought to life and the laughter he gifted millions of viewers over five decades.
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