How Did the Cast of ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’ Honor Satish Shah?
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Key Takeaways
- Satish Shah was a beloved figure in Indian entertainment.
- The cast of ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’ honored him by singing the title track.
- His funeral was attended by many prominent personalities.
- He was celebrated for his comic timing and versatility.
- Satish Shah’s contributions spanned over four decades.
Mumbai, Oct 26 (NationPress) The beloved actor Satish Shah received a heartfelt farewell in a manner that he would have cherished. The ensemble of the legendary television series ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’, featuring TV sensation Rupali Ganguly, Sumeet Raghavan, and Rajesh Kumar, came together to perform the title theme of their iconic show.
On Sunday, Rajesh Kumar shared a touching video on Instagram, capturing the moment where he, along with Rupali Ganguly, Sumeet Raghavan, and others, sang the jazzy tune while celebrating the actor's serene and satisfying farewell.
In his post, he wrote, “The final goodbye... it wouldn’t have been complete without the #sarabhai song.. LONG LIVE INDU.. did you hear me, kaka? I gave singing a shot (sic).”
The funeral service for Satish Shah took place at the Pawan Hans crematorium located in the Vile Parle West area of Mumbai, attended by numerous notable personalities from the industry and his close friends.
Prominent figures such as Ratna Pathak Shah, her husband Naseeruddin Shah, Pankaj Kapur, Supriya Pathak, Deepak Parashar, Niel Nitin Mukesh, Avatar Gill, filmmaker Ashoke Pandit, Rumi Jaffery, Anant Nag, and David Dhawan were also present to pay their respects to a cherished icon in the Indian entertainment landscape.
The esteemed actor, noted for his performances in films such as ‘Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro’, ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’, ‘Main Hoon Na’, ‘Om Shanti Om’, and many more, passed away in Mumbai at the age of 74 on Saturday.
Satish Shah was among the most beloved character actors in Indian cinema and television, celebrated for his impeccable comic timing and versatile expressiveness. He gained fame through classic TV series like ‘Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi’, playing multiple humorous roles, and later in ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’ as the quirky Indravadan Sarabhai.
He consistently captivated audiences with his humor and charm. With a career that spanned over four decades, he was a maestro of subtle, intelligent comedy in the realm of Indian entertainment.