Satish Kaushik dies at 66. Tributes pour in for the veteran actor

Actor and filmmaker Satish Kaushik passed away after suffering a heart attack at the age of 66. Kaushik gave several memorable performances in a career spanning three decades (Image credit: @satishkaushik2/Twitter)

Veteran actor Satish Kaushik died on March 8 after suffering a heart attack. He was 66. Kaushik was reportedly in Gurgaon when his health began to deteriorate, the Indian Express reported. His mortal remains will be brought to Mumbai after a post-mortem is performed.

An alumnus of the National School of Drama (NSD), Satish Kaushik had a stellar career in the Hindi film industry that spanned nearly three decades. His breakout role was Calendar in Mr India (1987), and he went on to star in several critical and commercial hits. He was also a director with more than 15 films to his credit, including Tere Naam, Badhaai Ho Badhaai and Hum Aapke Dil Mein Rehte Hain.

Satish Kaushik’s death was announced by his longtime friend, actor Anupam Kher, on Twitter. Kher, who had been his batchmate at NSD, said that their friendship of 45 years had been cut short abruptly. “Life will never be the same without you Satish,” he wrote.

जानता हूँ “मृत्यु ही इस दुनिया का अंतिम सच है!” पर ये बात मैं जीते जी कभी अपने जिगरी दोस्त #SatishKaushik के बारे में लिखूँगा, ये मैंने सपने में भी नहीं सोचा था।45 साल की दोस्ती पर ऐसे अचानक पूर्णविराम !! Life will NEVER be the same without you SATISH ! ओम् शांति! pic.twitter.com/WC5Yutwvqc

— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) March 8, 2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi tweeted his condolences to Kaushik's family and praised him as a "creative genius"

Pained by the untimely demise of noted film personality Shri Satish Kaushik Ji. He was a creative genius who won hearts thanks to his wonderful acting and direction. His works will continue to entertain audiences. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 9, 2023

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said he was deeply saddened by actor's sudden demise and offered his condolences to the family.

Deeply saddened by the sudden demise of actor, director and writer Satish Kaushik Ji. His contribution to Indian cinema, artistic creations and performances will always be remembered. My deepest condolences to his bereaved family and followers. Om Shanti Shanti

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— Amit Shah (@AmitShah) March 9, 2023

Woke up to this horrible news, he was my biggest cheerleader, a very successful actor and director #SatishKaushik ji personally was also a very kind and genuine man, I loved directing him in Emergency. He will be missed, Om Shanti pic.twitter.com/vwCp2PA64u

— Kangana Ranaut (@KanganaTeam) March 9, 2023

Director Madhur Bhandarkar remembered him as someone “who was always vibrant, energetic and full of life.”

I am so shocked to hear the demise of actor-director Satish Kaushik ji, who was always vibrant, energetic and full of life, he will be missed immensely by the film fraternity & millions of admires, My deepest condolences to his family members. #OmShanti. @satishkaushik2 pic.twitter.com/Q9Sd0M1f28

— Madhur Bhandarkar (@imbhandarkar) March 9, 2023