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Veteran Indian actor Govardhan Asrani, better known simply as Asrani, has died. He was 84.
The actor’s death was confirmed by his manager Babu Bhai Thiba, who said that Asrani died at a hospital on Monday (October 20). mumbai The city, where he was admitted four days ago after having difficulty breathing.
“He was a little unwell. He was admitted with breathing problems. He passed away at 3 pm today. Doctors told us that he had accumulated water in his lungs,” Thiba told the Press Trust. India,
In accordance with his wish to keep the proceedings secret, he was cremated with close family in a private ceremony at the Santa Cruz Crematorium in Mumbai on the same evening of his death. Thiba said, “We did not inform anyone about his demise because it was his wish that we keep it private.”
Asrani’s long career in Hindi and Gujarati cinema spanned more than five decades, during which he acted in over 300 films and became particularly beloved for his skills. comedy,
Born on 1 January 1941 in Jaipur city of Rajasthan, in the north-western state of then British India, Asrani grew up in a middle-class Sindhi family. While studying, he worked as a voice artist at All India Radio in Jaipur, before moving to Mumbai in 1962 to pursue acting.
He formally trained at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) in Pune, from where he graduated in 1966, and made his Hindi-film debut the following year in 1967 with the film. Hare Glass Thieves,
Asrani began his career playing both serious and supporting roles, but gained recognition in comedy and small-but-memorable roles. His previous appearances include Satyakam (1969) and my own (1971), but it was his comic timing that made him a star of Hindi cinema in the 1970s and 1980s.
He achieved success under the guidance of famous directors like Hrishikesh Mukherjee and Gulzar, appearing in a series of Mukherjee’s 1970s classics Abhimaan (1973) and shut up shut up (1975) Gulzar’s Attempt (1972) and परिचाय (1972), roles that showcased his ability to blend humor with restraint and established him as one of Hindi cinema’s most dependable supporting actors.
When Mukherjee was asked who was his favorite actor, he once told Bollywood Hungama: “This is neither Rajesh Khanna, nor Dharmendra. Not even.” Amitabh BachchanIs Asrani. What a talent, what an actor! Cast him in any role, he’s up for the challenge. When he is not in my film I become restless. Asrani also feels the same. ‘Cast me in small roles. He says, ‘But I want to be in every one of your films.’ I try not to leave him out.”
One of Asrani’s most popular roles was his cameo as the eccentric colonial-era jailer in the 1975 cult classic. SholayAnd his iconic line “We are jailers of the British era (I am a jailer of the British era)” is one that fans still quote.
“It’s all because of Sippy saab’s direction and Salim-Javed’s writing,” he had said on the film’s 50th anniversary in August, referring to director Ramesh Sippy and screenwriter duo Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar. According to News 18, he was still asked to quote this line at every industry event he attended.
Asrani also wrote and directed Let’s go Murari becoming a hero (1977), in which he played the title role, and in the following decades he continued to appear in supporting roles, including in the films Hera Pheri (2000) and Bhool Bhulaiyaa (2007).
While talking about the change in comedy in Indian films, he said Hindustan Times In 2016: “Earlier we had two types of schools of comedy – the Bimal Roy school (which was realistic) and the Madras school (which was subtle). Bimal Roy never kept comedy out of the story. Madras comedy was another track but was never vulgar.
“Now it has come to a terrible situation. Now it has become very vulgar, it is time to take off the clothes. (Comedy has become extremely vulgar now, the only thing left is for people to start taking off their clothes).”
As soon as the news of Asrani’s death came, a series of tributes started across the Indian film industry.
actor Akshay Kumar X, the former wrote on Twitter: “Speechless with grief over Asrani ji’s passing. We had the warmest hug during the shoot just a week ago.” beastBadhe Pyaare Insaan The (He was a very sweet person)…His comic timing was the best. from all my cult movies Hera Pheri To Bhagam Bhag To give give giveWelcome and now our unpublished ghost bungalow And beast…I had worked and learned a lot from him. What a huge loss this is for our industry. God bless you Asrani sir, for giving us millions of reasons to laugh. ,
Actor and comedian Rajpal Yadav described his collaboration with Asrani as “special”, writing in Hindi that he considered it his good fortune to be able to work with Asrani.
Actor and director Ananth Mahadevan wrote, “Saddened by the demise of Asrani ji. Had the opportunity to share the screen in films like Gardish and direct him in a very different avatar.” Dil Vil Pyar Vyar And Gour Hari DastaanHe also cast me in his series KashmakashA company I have always enjoyed and respected.”
Asrani’s alma mater posted: “We are deeply saddened by the demise of veteran actor, teacher and distinguished FTII alumnus Mr. Govardhan Asrani. Our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and countless fans. May his soul rest in peace.”
Indian cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle wrote: “How many people, upon his demise, could leave memories of making so many people laugh, raising the level of happiness in the world. One of my favorite actors.”
Federal Minister Kiren Rijiju paid tribute to Ansari, writing, “Asrani ji’s extraordinary talent and his iconic roles in many films will always remain beautiful memories of his outstanding contribution to films. He truly entertained the entire nation.”
Asrani is survived by his wife Manju Asrani.