Actor-Director Satish Kaushik Has Passed Away At 66, A Day After He Was Last Seen Celebrating Holi

Satish Kaushik – the veteran actor recognized by the masses for his innumerable supporting roles in films has passed away at age 66.

The actor-director was last seen celebrating Holi a day earlier at a bash thrown by his industry friends – Javed Akhtar and Shabana Azmi.



News of his demise was shared by his long-time industry friend Anupam Kher who passed on his condolences to the actor’s family and dear ones.

The cause of the death has not been confirmed yet, but according to early sources the actor was visiting someone in Gurugram – which is when his health deteriorated and he suffered a heart attack.

Here is his last public sighting, just a day before:

Kaushik rose from the world of theatre and wore several hats working as a comedian, screenwriter and director.

His most notable roles were in films like Mr. India, Badhaai Ho Badhaai, Mandi, Hadh Kar Di Aapne, Haseena Maan Jayegi, among others.



Tribute for the actor have poured in from his fellow colleagues and actors:

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Truly tragic.

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