Veteran Actor Asrani’s Last Rites Held in Mumbai as Family and Close Friends Pay Final Respects

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On Monday evening, veteran actor-director Govardhan Asrani, widely recognized simply as Asrani, passed away at the age of 82 in Mumbai. His death, which occurred around 4 PM, has left the Bollywood community in shock, especially as he had just posted Diwali 2025 wishes earlier in the day on social media.

Asrani’s Last Rites Held in Mumbai

The last rites for Asrani took place at the Santacruz Crematorium, where family and close friends gathered to offer their final respects. His passing was shrouded in a desire for privacy, as emphasized by his manager Babubhai Thiba, who noted that Asrani wished for no commotion following his death. In accordance with his wishes, his family quietly carried out the last rites without any public announcement.

Legacy and Career Highlights

Asrani was born on January 1, 1941, in Jaipur, Rajasthan, into a Sindhi Hindu family. His journey into acting began under the tutelage of Sahitya Kalbhai Thakkar between 1960 and 1962. He later moved to Mumbai, where an unexpected meeting with directors Kishore Sahu and Hrishikesh Mukherjee led him to receive professional training.

Asrani trained at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) in Pune, which prepared him for a robust career in Hindi cinema that spanned several decades. He appeared in over 350 Hindi films and gained popularity for his role as the jailer in the iconic film “Sholay.” His filmography includes renowned titles such as:

Bhool Bhulaiyaa
Dhamaal
Bunty Aur Babli 2
R… Rajkumar
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Influence in Gujarati Cinema

Aside from his work in Bollywood, Asrani made significant contributions to Gujarati cinema, leading roles from 1972 to 1984. He transitioned to character roles later in his career, continuing to work until 2012.

Asrani’s influence on Indian cinema remains profound, marked by his versatile performances and memorable characters. His passing marks the end of an era for many fans and colleagues in the industry.