The passing of veteran actor Satish Shah has left a profound impact on the film industry, particularly on the cast and crew of his iconic show, Sarabhai vs Sarabhai. Emotional footage has emerged, capturing the raw grief of co-stars Rupali Ganguly and Rajesh Kumar as they bid farewell to their on-screen father-in-law and off-screen mentor. The funeral, held in Mumbai on Sunday, was a somber affair, attended by Shah's family and colleagues, including Deven Bhojani, JD Majethia, and Neil Nitin Mukesh.
In a heart-wrenching scene, Rupali Ganguly was seen sobbing uncontrollably during the last rites of Satish Shah. Her co-star, Rajesh Kumar, was also overcome with sorrow, visibly distressed as he left the funeral. The video also captured the presence of other Sarabhai vs Sarabhai cast members, including Sumeet Raghavan, who tried to comfort Rupali. The raw emotion was palpable, as the actors struggled to come to terms with the loss of their beloved colleague.
Satish Shah's passing was sudden and tragic. He collapsed at his Mumbai residence during lunch on Saturday and was rushed to Hinduja Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. The actor had recently undergone a kidney transplant and had been battling health issues for the past few months. His last rites were performed on Sunday morning in Vile Parle, with a large gathering of industry colleagues and friends paying their respects.
Shah was a beloved figure in the industry, renowned for his versatile roles in television shows like Sarabhai vs Sarabhai and Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi, as well as films such as Kal Ho Naa Ho, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Hum Aapke Hain Koun!, and Main Hoon Na. His passing has left a void in the entertainment world, and the outpouring of grief from his colleagues and fans is a testament to his enduring legacy.