Team Sarabhai Honors Satish Shah with Emotional Farewell at Funeral
Team Sarabhai vs Sarabhai bids emotional farewell to Satish Shah at funeral; sings show’s theme song to his pyre. Watch
Rupali Ganguly, Sumeet Raghvan, and JD Majethia sing the Sarabhai vs Sarabhai theme song at Satish Shah’s funeral.
On October 25, the sudden passing of veteran actor and comedian Satish Shah due to kidney failure shocked the entire industry. His co-stars from Sarabhai vs Sarabhai continue to grapple with the loss of their beloved friend. The funeral was attended by family, friends, and fellow cast members including Rupali Ganguly, Rajesh Kumar, and Sumeet Raghvan, who gave him a heartfelt farewell by singing the show’s iconic theme song beside his pyre.
Emotional Farewell from the Sarabhai vs Sarabhai Cast
A poignant video from the funeral showcases the Sarabhai vs Sarabhai cast—JD Majethia, Rajesh Kumar, Sumeet Raghvan, and Rupali Ganguly—standing before Satish’s pyre. They sang the show’s theme song, creating a deeply emotional atmosphere. After the performance, Rupali was visibly distressed, prompting JD to comfort her and urge her to say goodbye to Satish with a smile.
Fans were similarly moved by the video. One viewer expressed, “A devoted Sarabhai fangirl feels shattered seeing them sing the title song in such sorrow.” Another user commented, “This is the most emotional farewell.”
Other notable attendees included Bollywood stars like David Dhawan, Jackie Shroff, and Naseeruddin Shah. The actor’s final rites were conducted at a crematorium in Bandra, with many celebrities expressing their condolences on social media.
About Satish Shah’s Passing
Satish’s manager, Ramesh Kadatala, shared that the actor collapsed during lunch one day. Despite receiving CPR and being rushed to Hinduja Hospital, he could not be revived. Recently, Satish had undergone a kidney transplant and unfortunately contracted an infection. He passed away at the age of 74.
His demise has left a significant void in the industry. Satish Shah was a luminary of comedy in the late 20th century, entertaining viewers with performances in classic shows such as Sarabhai vs Sarabhai and Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi. With a career spanning numerous hit films—including Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge—his legacy will continue to resonate with fans.
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