Satish Shah, beloved ‘Sarabhai vs Sarabhai’ star, passes away at age 74
Veteran actor Satish Shah, a beloved figure in Indian comedy and character acting, passed away on 25 October 2025 in Mumbai at the age of 74 . His death was attributed to kidney failure, following a period of illness during which he had reportedly undergone a kidney transplant and was receiving treatment for renal complications. A Life of Laughter and Versatility Satish Shah’s career spanned over four decades, during which he carved a niche for himself as one of Indian cinema and television’s most memorable comedic actors. Born on 25 June 1951, he was a FTII-trained performer whose early work included appearances in films like Arvind Desai Ki Ajeeb Dastaan (1978) and Gaman (1979). On the silver screen, he became widely known for his roles in cult classics such as Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983), and later in mainstream hits like Main Hoon Na (2004) and Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003). However, it was television that firmly anchored his place in the hearts of viewe...