PM Modi Pays Tribute to Satish Shah: "A True Legend of Indian Entertainment" Passes Away

"Condolences to his family and admirers," Prime Minister Modi expressed on social platform X

Mumbai:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has paid tribute to late actor Satish Shah, describing him as 'a true legend of Indian entertainment.'

Expressing his grief on the official X platform, PM Modi wrote, "Deeply saddened by the passing of Shri Satish Shah Ji. He will be remembered as a true legend of Indian entertainment."

The Prime Minister extended his sympathies to the actor's family, adding, "His effortless humour and iconic performances brought laughter into countless lives. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti."

Numerous Bollywood personalities including Kajol, R Madhavan, Karan Johar, Anupam Kher, and others have shared their tributes on social media for the departed actor.

Rajesh Kumar, who co-starred with Satish Shah in the popular series "Sarabhai vs Sarabhai," revealed that the loss feels like losing a father figure.

In an emotional Instagram statement, Rajesh wrote, "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..."

"A man full of life and humour. Challenging everything.. He made his name left his mark as an actor... this is a big big loss to the industry and us (Sarabhai's family). Let's pray for his departed soul and keep him in your prayers," he further stated.

The final rites for Satish Shah are scheduled to take place at Pawan Hans Cremation Ground, S.V. Road, Vile Parle (W), Mumbai, at 12 pm on October 26.

PD Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre released a statement confirming Satish Shah's passing.

"We are deeply saddened by the passing of veteran actor Mr Satish Shah," the statement read.

Explaining the circumstances of his death, the hospital added, "Earlier today, the hospital received an emergency call regarding Mr Shah's health. An ambulance with a medical team was immediately sent to his residence, where he was found to be unresponsive. CPR was started in the ambulance itself and continued on arrival at P. D. Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre. Despite the best efforts of our medical team, Mr Shah could not be revived."