Veteran actor Satish Shah, celebrated for his unmatched comic timing in both cinema and television, passed away on October 25 at the age of 74 due to kidney-related complications. His demise has left an irreplaceable void in the world of Indian entertainment, especially among those who collaborated closely with him.
Actor-producer Shekhar Suman, who shared the screen with Shah across films, television and the comedy reality space, reflected emotionally on their long association. Speaking to News18 Showsha, Suman expressed his grief, calling the loss “very, very sad” and remembering the vibrant energy Shah brought to every set.
Suman shared anecdotes from their film Tere Bina Kya Jeena, where Shah played a quirky contract killer. “We spent about 40 days together during that film. He was such a whole lot of fun, both off-screen and on-screen,” Suman recalled during the interaction with News18 Showsha. He also remembered working with him in television hits such as Dekh Bhai Dekh, apart from co-judging Comedy Circus 2 with Archana Puran Singh.
Reflecting on the recent spate of losses within the industry, Suman described it as “very, very shocking,” citing how many fellow artists have suddenly passed away in the past few days.
The strange last interaction
In a poignant revelation, Suman shared what he believes was an unusual and symbolic final interaction. “It is very eerie that the whole of last month, Satish kept calling me and disconnecting the call. Each time he would text saying it was a mistake,” he told News18 Showsha. Suman said he always encouraged Shah to stay connected, unaware that these brief calls would soon become the last link between them.
He added that both families have been close for years, and while he had heard of Shah’s health struggles, he did not expect the final goodbye to arrive so suddenly.
A final meeting and an unforgettable presence
Suman also described seeing Shah at a social gathering, noticing how noticeably weak he looked. The veteran actor had moved residences and had taken a break from both films and television. “Whenever someone from the industry goes away, it feels like losing a family member,” he shared. The camaraderie built over decades of working together, he noted, is what makes such loss deeply personal.
A legacy written in laughter
While mourning the tragedy, Suman also celebrated the tremendous legacy Shah leaves behind. From iconic sitcoms such as Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi and the cult classic Sarabhai vs Sarabhai to unforgettable film roles like Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron, Shah’s contribution to Indian comedic performance remains unparalleled.
“I will never meet him again, maybe only in another world,” Suman said emotionally, honouring a colleague who had become much more than that.
Actor-producer Shekhar Suman, who shared the screen with Shah across films, television and the comedy reality space, reflected emotionally on their long association. Speaking to News18 Showsha, Suman expressed his grief, calling the loss “very, very sad” and remembering the vibrant energy Shah brought to every set.
Suman shared anecdotes from their film Tere Bina Kya Jeena, where Shah played a quirky contract killer. “We spent about 40 days together during that film. He was such a whole lot of fun, both off-screen and on-screen,” Suman recalled during the interaction with News18 Showsha. He also remembered working with him in television hits such as Dekh Bhai Dekh, apart from co-judging Comedy Circus 2 with Archana Puran Singh.
Reflecting on the recent spate of losses within the industry, Suman described it as “very, very shocking,” citing how many fellow artists have suddenly passed away in the past few days.
The strange last interaction
In a poignant revelation, Suman shared what he believes was an unusual and symbolic final interaction. “It is very eerie that the whole of last month, Satish kept calling me and disconnecting the call. Each time he would text saying it was a mistake,” he told News18 Showsha. Suman said he always encouraged Shah to stay connected, unaware that these brief calls would soon become the last link between them.
He added that both families have been close for years, and while he had heard of Shah’s health struggles, he did not expect the final goodbye to arrive so suddenly.
A final meeting and an unforgettable presence
Suman also described seeing Shah at a social gathering, noticing how noticeably weak he looked. The veteran actor had moved residences and had taken a break from both films and television. “Whenever someone from the industry goes away, it feels like losing a family member,” he shared. The camaraderie built over decades of working together, he noted, is what makes such loss deeply personal.
A legacy written in laughter
While mourning the tragedy, Suman also celebrated the tremendous legacy Shah leaves behind. From iconic sitcoms such as Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi and the cult classic Sarabhai vs Sarabhai to unforgettable film roles like Jaane Bhi Do Yaaron, Shah’s contribution to Indian comedic performance remains unparalleled.
“I will never meet him again, maybe only in another world,” Suman said emotionally, honouring a colleague who had become much more than that.
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