‘Sholay’ fame actor Govardhan Asrani is no more with us. He died at the age of 84. Bad news of his demise was received on the day of Diwali, due to which there was mourning among celebs and fans. Bollywood actor Akshay Kumar has expressed grief over Asrani’s demise.
Akshay’s emotional post
Akshay on Asrani Tried him with tears in eyes by sharing the photo with him. The actor had worked with Asrani in movies like Hera Pheri, Bhool Bhulaiyaa and Khatta Meetha. He writes- I am speechless due to the demise of Asrani ji. We met just a week ago during the shooting of the film Haiwaan. He was a very sweet person. His comic timing was excellent. From Hera Pheri to Bhagam Bhaag, De Dana Dan, Welcome and our upcoming films like Bhoot Bangla and Haiwaan… I learned a lot from him while working on all these projects. His passing is a big loss for our industry. Asrani sir, you gave us millions of reasons to laugh, may your soul rest in peace.
It is known that Asrani’s personal assistant, Babubhai told in a conversation with India Today TV that the actor was admitted to Bharatiya Arogya Nidhi Hospital in Juhu four days ago. According to doctors, water had accumulated in Asrani’s lungs. He could not be saved in the end. He died on October 20 at around 3.30 pm. The actor had shared his last post on Insta Story a few hours before his death. He had wished Diwali to the fans.
The role of jailer in ‘Sholay’ brought him fame.
Talking about Asrani’s career, he was known for his comic roles. He was counted among the popular comic actors of Hindi cinema. In a career spanning over 5 decades, he had worked in approximately 350 films. Asrani started his acting career in 1960. He had worked in movies like Mere Apne, Bawarchi, Abhiman, Chupke Chupke, Chhoti Si Baat, Mere Apne, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, Bunty Aur Babli 2, Welcome, All the Best.
But the role of the jailer played by him in the classic film Sholay in 1975 became most famous. Asrani also tried his hand in writing and direction. The actor has left behind his wife Manju Asrani. The couple does not have any children. Manju has also worked as a heroine in the industry.
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