Will Satish Shah Be Remembered as a True Legend of Indian Entertainment?
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Key Takeaways
- Satish Shah's legacy will live on in the hearts of many fans.
- His humor and talent contributed significantly to Indian entertainment.
- Tributes from Bollywood stars highlight his impact on the industry.
- PM Modi's condolences reflect the national grief over his passing.
- Fans and peers remember him for his unforgettable roles.
Mumbai, Oct 25 (NationPress) Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed that the late actor Satish Shah will be fondly remembered as a true legend of Indian entertainment. In a heartfelt message shared on his official X timeline, PM Modi stated, "Deeply saddened by the passing of Shri Satish Shah Ji. He will be remembered as a true legend of Indian entertainment (sic)."
Offering his condolences to Shah's family, the Prime Minister added, "His effortless humour and iconic performances brought laughter into countless lives. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti. (sic)"
Numerous prominent figures from Bollywood, including Kajol, R Madhavan, Karan Johar, Anupam Kher, and others, took to social media to pay their respects to the beloved actor.
Rajesh Kumar, Shah's co-star from Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, expressed his sorrow, stating that it feels like he has lost a father. He shared on his Instagram, "This is the worst hour for me… I still cannot process that Satish ji is no more… all I can say is that it feels I have lost my father…(sic)"
Rajesh continued, "A man full of life and humour. Challenging everything… He made his name and left his mark as an actor… this is a significant loss to the industry and us (Sarabhai’s family). Let’s pray for his departed soul and keep him in your thoughts."
The final rites for Satish Shah will be conducted at Pawan Hans Cremation Ground, S.V. Road, Vile Parle (W), Mumbai, at 12 p.m. on October 26.
PD Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre confirmed the news of Satish Shah's passing, stating, "We are deeply saddened by the passing of veteran actor Mr. Satish Shah." They provided further details about the circumstances of his death, noting, "Earlier today, the hospital received an emergency call regarding Mr. Shah’s health. An ambulance with a medical team was dispatched to his residence, where he was found unresponsive. CPR was initiated in the ambulance and continued upon arrival at P. D. Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre. Despite the best efforts of our medical team, Mr. Shah could not be revived."