New Delhi: Iconic Bollywood actor and comedy legend Govardhan Asrani, fondly known as Asrani, passed away on Monday at the age of 84, leaving behind an irreplaceable legacy of laughter and memorable characters.
The news of his demise was confirmed by his team An emotional tribute took to Instagram, where he captioned the post:
“The news of the demise of Asrani ji, the king of laughter and the great actor who ruled millions of hearts, has plunged all of us into deep mourning.
He gave a new identity to Indian cinema with his unique simplicity, simplicity and humor.
What he put into every character will always remain alive in our memories.
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Not only the film industry made by him has suffered a loss, but everyone who had ever smiled at his acting has suffered a loss.
Pray to God that his soul rests in peace
Om Shanti:
(Translation: The news of the demise of Asrani ji, the king of laughter, who ruled millions of hearts, has plunged all of us into deep sorrow.
He gave a new identity to Indian cinema with his unique acting, simplicity and humor.
The life he put into every character will always remain alive in our memories.
His departure is not just a loss to the film industry, but a loss to all those who once smiled at his acting.
Pray to God that his soul rests in peace.
Om Shanti 🙂
Along with this he wrote the caption, “Asrani ji, our smiling face dear to all of us, is no more.”
His demise is an irreparable loss to both Hindi cinema and our hearts.
The indelible mark he left with his acting will remain immortal forever.
May God grant peace to your soul.
(Translation: “Our dear Asrani ji, who used to bring smile on everyone’s faces, is no more with us.
His demise is an irreparable loss to both Hindi cinema and our hearts.
The indelible impression he left with his acting will remain eternal.
May God grant peace to his soul. Om Shanti.”)
Akshay Kumar paid tribute
Actor Akshay Kumar, who collaborated with Asrani in many beloved comedies, expressed his deep grief in a heartfelt social media post. Kumar recalled their recent conversation on the sets of the upcoming film Haiwaan directed by Priyadarshan, where the two met just a week before Asrani’s demise.
“I am deeply saddened by the demise of Asrani ji. We had a warm hug just a week ago during the shooting of Haiwaan. He was a very sweet person…his comic timing was excellent.” Akshay wrote.
He further added, “All my cult films from Hera Pheri to Bhagam Bhaag to De Dana Dan, Welcome and now our unreleased Bhoot Bangla and Haiwaan… I have worked with him and learned a lot. What a huge loss for our industry. May God Asrani sir bless you for giving us millions of reasons to laugh. Om Shanti”
Akshay also shared an unseen picture with Asrani, possibly from the sets of one of his upcoming films.
Take a look at his post:
I am speechless with grief over the demise of Asrani ji. We had the warmest embrace just a week ago during the shooting of Haiwaan. He was a very sweet person…his comic timing was excellent. All my cult films from Hera Pheri to Bhagam Bhaag to De Dana Dan, Welcome and now Hamari… pic.twitter.com/yo7wXnGO1Z– Akshay Kumar (@akshaykumar) 20 October 2025
Asrani’s last on-screen appearance
Despite his death, fans will be able to see Asrani on the big screen for the last time. He recently completed filming for Haiwaan, which is currently in post-production, and is also expected to appear in another upcoming project Bhoot Bangla.
These final films will now serve as a poignant farewell to the great actor, giving audiences a chance to see his signature charm and comic timing once again.
The funeral was held in Mumbai
Asrani died at Arogya Nidhi Hospital in Juhu, Mumbai at 3 pm on Monday afternoon after a prolonged illness. His manager Babu Bhai Thiba confirmed the news to ANI. The actor was cremated the same evening at the Santa Cruz crematorium via electric cremation.
He is survived by his wife Manju Asrani, sister and nephew. The couple had no children.
Fans mourn the loss
As news of Condolences on Asrani’s demise, flood of tributes on social media platforms From fans, actors and colleagues. Many shared their favorite scenes, iconic lines and nostalgic memories of his stellar performances spanning over five decades.
Known for roles in classic films like Sholay, Chupke Chupke, Rafoo Chakkar, Bawarchi and later in cult comedies like Hera Pheri and Dhamaal, Asrani was more than a comedian, he was a generational talent whose expression, timing and voice became part of Indian cinematic history.