Actor Govardhan Asrani died in Mumbai after a prolonged illness. His last rites took place at Santacruz Crematorium. A actor who also dabbled in directing, Asrani had been admitted to Bharatiya Arogya Nidhi Hospital four days earlier. He originally hailed from Jaipur. His family announced the news only after the funeral at Santacruz Crematorium.
Govardhan Asrani dies at 84
“Asrani sahab was admitted to Bharatiya Arogya Nidhi Hospital in Juhu four days ago. From what the doctors told us, there was fluid in his lungs. He died today, October 20, around 3:30 pm. The last rites have already been completed,” said Asrani’s personal assistant, Babubhai, to India Today TV.
When asked why the family chose to hold the funeral so quickly, he mentioned that the actor wished to go in peace and had asked his wife, Manju, not to turn his death into an event. “This is why the family only spoke about his death after the funeral was conducted.”
Another big loss for cinema
The impact of Govardhan Asrani on comic acting has been immense. Over several decades, he created many memorable characters in Hindi cinema and earned a special place in the audience’s hearts.
His career showcased his versatility and longevity, lasting over five decades and spanning more than 350 films. His most notable contributions were as a comedic and supporting actor, roles that formed the backbone of many major Hindi films.
The 1970s marked his peak when he became a highly sought-after character actor. He appeared in iconic films such as ‘Mere Apne’, ‘Koshish’, ‘Bawarchi’, ‘Parichay’, ‘Abhimaan’, ‘Chupke Chupke’, ‘Chhoti Si Baat’, and ‘Rafoo Chakkar’. In 1975, he played an unforgettable role as an eccentric jail warden, cementing his status as a master of comic timing and dialogue delivery.
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