RIP Satish Shah: Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro - Remembering late actor's finest performances in Hindi films and TV
Satish Shah has worked alongside Shah Rukh Khan in various memorable projects including Kal Ho Naa Ho, Main Hoon Na and Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani, to name a few.
Last Updated: 06.15 PM, Oct 25, 2025
In a shocking new development, Bollywood actor Satish Shah passed away at 74. The actor, best known for his works in Hindi cinema and TV, has given us some of the finest performances. From appearing a cult classic like Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro and playing an impactful role in one of the most loved TV shows Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, Satish Shah left behind a legacy.
Revisiting finest performances by Satish Shah
In the role of Indravardhan Sarabhai, Satish Shah absolutely left a mark as a typical middle-class Indian man. From his 'main mard hoon' dialogue to elite wife Maya Sarabhai to throwing shade at his own son Rosesh for the poems while siding with the 'middle-class' daughter-in-law Monisha Sarabhai, Satish Shah brought life to the character of Indravardhan.
Satish Shah explored the world of Television for the first time with Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi, airing on Doordarshan. He was seen in different roles with each episode and rarely ever did he disappoint.
Even through his short stint in Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, Satish Shah left a big impact. The actor played the role of Municipal Commissioner D'Mello in the movie.
Wajva Re Wajva
When Satish Shah joins Ashok Saraf, be sure that it would be a memorable comical ride. Exactly that happens with Wajva Re Wajva, in which Satish Shah played the role of a single father Babulal Jain who was left with two daughters.
Kal Ho Naa Ho
Satish Shah turned himself into G U J J U Kursann Bhai Patel for Kal Ho Na Ho. As Rohit (Saif Ali Khan)'s father embarassing him in public and leaving the audiences in splits while doing so, he did not disappoint one bit.
Main Hoon Na
Playing Professor Rasai who would spit on Major Ram Prasad Sharma every time he spoke, Satish Shah and Shah Rukh Khan's chemistry once again spoke volumes in Main Hoon Na.
In the role of Surya Prakash, Satish Shah ensured to make the audiences smile with his brief performance in Mujhse Shaadi Karogi. His scene with Salman Khan, in particular, became a talking point back when the movie released.
Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani
The list of Satish Shah and SRK collaborations would be incomplete without talking about Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani. In the role of Kaka Chowdhry, Satish Shah played Ajay (SRK)'s boss and as you can expect from him by now, he nailed the character.
FAQs:
Q. Is actor Satish Shah dead?
A. Yes, veteran actor Satish Shah passed away at the age of 74.
Q. How did Satish Shah die?
A. Satish Shah reportedly passed away due to kidney failure.
Q. Where to watch Sarabhai vs Sarabhai?
A. Sarabhai vs Sarabhai is available to watch on JioHotstar and OTTplay Premium.