Who was Ashish Warang? The Sooryavanshi and Drishyam actor who died at 55

Who was Ashish Warang?

Actor Ashish Warang, who recently lost his lift at the age of 55 was known for doing some memorable roles in Indian cinema.

The news was confirmed by filmmaker Arin Paul, who worked with Warang and shared his grief in a heartfelt tribute on X (formerly Twitter). “Shocked to hear about the passing of actor Ashish Warang today. I had the privilege of working with him. May his soul find peace and his work live on in the memories he helped create. Will miss you Ashish ji,” he wrote.

Shocked to hear about the passing of actor Ashish Warang today. I had the privilege of working with him.

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May his soul find peace and his work live on in the memories he helped create.

Will miss you Ashish Ji 🙏🏼#AshishWarang pic.twitter.com/4jtaHA8U0S

— Arin Paul (@arinpaul) September 5, 2025

Over a career that spanned more than two decades, Ashish Warang became a familiar and much-loved face on screen, not for the flashiest roles, but for the honesty and heart he brought to each one.

Warang had a knack for making the most of his brief on-screen time, whether he was portraying a father, friend, police officer, or a supporting role. Even though they were frequently quiet, his performances stuck in the minds of the audience.

His performances in Rohit Shetty's smash hit Sooryavanshi and Nishikant Kamat's suspenseful thriller Drishyam are arguably what made him most famous. In addition, he starred in the popular web series The Family Man, Ek Villain Returns, Cirkus, and Mardaani, where he once again demonstrated his ability to add nuance and realism to his work.

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However, Warang's skill was not limited to Bollywood. He was also a well-known figure in regional cinema, particularly in Marathi films like Tandav and Dharmaveer.

He also contributed to South Indian films, subtly accumulating a body of work that demonstrated his versatility and intense love for the craft of narrative.

Fans and coworkers are in shock as the cause of his death has not yet been revealed. His death represents more than just the loss of an actor; it marks the loss of a man who infused each role he played with depth, empathy, and dedication.