FWICE requests PM Narendra Modi to honour Satish Shah with Padma Shri posthumously: 'He made India smile for four decades'

Satish Shah died on Saturday

Veteran actor Satish Shah passed away on October 25 at the age of 74, leaving a void in the entertainment industry. He has starred in multiple films and entertained fans with his comic timing.

However, the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has recently requested Prime Minister Narendra Modi to posthumously honour the late veteran actor Satish Shah with the Padma Shri Award.

The organisation wrote to the Prime Minister on Tuesday to request the honour in appreciation of the veteran actor's significant contribution to Indian entertainment.

The letter reads, "With folded hands and deep respect, we, the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE), the parent body of 36 affiliated associations and scores of members representing the vast workforce of the Indian film, television, and digital industry, wish to humbly appeal to your good self to kindly consider conferring the Padma Shri Award (Posthumously) upon Late Shri Satish Shah, one of India's most beloved and distinguished actors."

According to the letter, Satish Shah was a unique and talented artist whose creations made millions of people nationwide laugh, smile, and feel something.

The late actor was hailed by FWICE for his warmth, humour, and versatility, which made him one of the most revered and admired personalities in Indian entertainment.

His kindness and support for other artists, technicians, and the entire fraternity were further highlighted in the letter.

It continued, "He was deeply respected by the working community and supported several welfare initiatives of FWICE with generosity and grace. His loss has left an emotional void in the hearts of all who knew him and in the creative world he helped shape.”

The letter added, “Honouring him with the Padma Shri Award (Posthumously) would be a most fitting tribute to a life devoted to art, culture, and service through entertainment. It would recognise not just an actor, but a man who made India smile for over four decades and inspired countless others to follow their passion."

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Famous for his iconic parts in films like Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, Sarabhai vs. Sarabhai, Main Hoon Na, Om Shanti Om, and many more, Satish Shah passed away in Mumbai at the age of 74.

The veteran actor’s funeral was held at the Pawan Hans Crematorium in Vile Parle West, Mumbai. A number of actors and industry friends came to offer their final condolences.

Satish Shah is survived by his wife, designer Madhu Shah.