Satish Kaushik passes away at 66; Bollywood pour in condolences

Satish Kaushik, known for his roles like Calendar in Mr India, passed away at 66 in the early hours of Thursday.

Kaushik reportedly succumbed to a heart attack while travelling in a car. Kaushik is survived by his wife Shashi and daughter 11-year-old Vanshika Kaushik.

The news was confirmed by his friend and National Award-winning actor Anupam Kher in a tweet.

जानता हूँ “मृत्यु ही इस दुनिया का अंतिम सच है!” पर ये बात मैं जीते जी कभी अपने जिगरी दोस्त #SatishKaushik के बारे में लिखूँगा, ये मैंने सपने में भी नहीं सोचा था।45 साल की दोस्ती पर ऐसे अचानक पूर्णविराम !! Life will NEVER be the same without you SATISH ! ओम् शांति! 💔💔💔 pic.twitter.com/WC5Yutwvqc
— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) March 8, 2023

Also, other Bollywood actors and directors shares their condolences for the late legendary actor:

Today, we've lost one of the finest of the film industry. His memory will be a blessing to all those who knew and loved him. Heartfelt condolences to the family. #RestInPeace #SatishKaushik pic.twitter.com/3UWxP4cOb5
— Suniel Shetty (@SunielVShetty) March 9, 2023

Your talent and contribution to the entertainment industry will always be remembered and celebrated #Satishkaushik ji. My heartfelt condolences go out to the family, friends and fans during this difficult time. Om Shanti 🙏🏼 pic.twitter.com/P2BCKk64T2
— Daisy Shah (@ShahDaisy25) March 9, 2023

https://twitter.com/imbhandarkar/status/1633641251374530561/photo/1?

Woke up to the sad news of Satishji’s (Kaushik) demise. I've shared laughs with him on & off screen. His presence filled a frame. In life too, whenever we met, he brought a smile to my face. Condolences to his family. RIP Satish Ji🙏 pic.twitter.com/GTO2kFAPr3
— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) March 9, 2023

Rest in peace #SatishKaushik. You will be deeply missed by so many. Sending love and prayers to your family and loved ones during this difficult time. 🙏🏻
— Sanjay Dutt (@duttsanjay) March 9, 2023

Heart breaking news of #SatishKaushik ji passing away. Can’t believe it. He was such a happy person.
May God grant strength to the family and our industry to overcome this loss.
Om Shanti! pic.twitter.com/ZbdonFr6dB
— Sunny Deol (@iamsunnydeol) March 9, 2023

A wonderful Actor with perfect comic timing, an amazing Director, A regarded alumni from National School Of Drama. Left us too soon #SatishKaushik Ji
Lots of Love and Power to the Family
Rest In Peace 💫 pic.twitter.com/rnBiNVE6Qg
— Nawazuddin Siddiqui (@Nawazuddin_S) March 9, 2023

Woke up to this horrible news, he was my biggest cheerleader, a very successful actor and director #SatishKaushik ji personally was also a very kind and genuine man, I loved directing him in Emergency. He will be missed, Om Shanti 🙏 pic.twitter.com/vwCp2PA64u
— Kangana Ranaut (Modi Ka Parivar) (@KanganaTeam) March 9, 2023

Shocked to hear of the passing of our beloved Satish Kaushik ji. A most gentle, kind and loving person. Always happy and smiling. A huge loss to our industry. Rest in peace dearest Satish uncle. We will all miss you. 🙏🏽
— Abhishek 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧 (@juniorbachchan) March 9, 2023

Satish Kaushik was born on April 13, 1956, in Haryana. Kaushik was a theatre artist before finding his footing in Bollywood. He was known for his performances in films like Mr India (1987), Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron (1983), Saajan Chale Sasural (1996), Bade Miyan Chote Miyan (1998), Udta Punjab (2016), and Soorma (2018).

He was also seen in Rishi Kapoor’s last film Sharmaji Namkeen, which was released on Amazon Prime Video in 2022. The maverick actor also won the Filmfare Best Comedian Award for Ram Lakhan in 1990 and for Saajan Chale Sasural in 1997.

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