Asrani Death: Famous actor Asrani passed away, breathed his last on Diwali day at the age of 84.

Govardhan Asrani Death News: Bollywood actor and director Govardhan Asrani, popularly known as “Asrani,” died in Mumbai on Monday (October 20), Diwali Day, after a prolonged illness. His last rites were performed at the Santacruz crematorium in Mumbai. He had been hospitalized for several days.

Govardhan Asrani Death News: Famous Bollywood actor and comedian Asrani passed away on Monday (October 20), Diwali Day. His full name was Govardhan Asrani. He had been hospitalized for several days. News agency ANI reported that actor-director Govardhan Asrani, popularly known as “Asrani,” died in Mumbai at around 4 p.m. on October 20 after a prolonged illness.

He was 84 years old. His funeral was held at the Santacruz crematorium, attended by numerous Bollywood celebrities. Asrani will always be remembered for his roles in films like “Sole,” “Khatta Meetha,” and “Chupke Chupke.” Born in Jaipur on January 1, 1941, Asrani began his Bollywood career in the 1960s.

He appeared in over 350 films. His role as “the British-era jailer” in “Sholay” continues to make audiences laugh even today. Just hours before his death, he had wished his fans a Happy Diwali 2025 on social media.

“We are jailers from the British era…” This dialogue from the 1975 action drama Sholay is still remembered today. The credit for this dialogue goes to the famous comedian Asrani, who immortalized this dialogue by imitating Adolf Hitler in his own unique style. In addition to Sholay, he has worked in many other major films. He is known for his comic roles in films like Aaj Ki Taaza Khabar, Prem Nagar, Chupke Chupke, Chhoti Si Baat, Rafoo Chakkar, Balika Vadhu, Fakira, and Pati Patni Aur Woh.

However, he became most popular for his role as the jailer in Sholay. He also played supporting roles in several films. He appeared as the lead actor in the 1977 film “Chala Murari Hero Banne” and the 1979 film “Salaam Memsaab,” both of which were directed by him. Asrani recently appeared in the comedy reality series “The Kapil Sharma Show” alongside Shakti Kapoor, Paintal, and Tiku Talsania.

In 1977, he wrote, directed, and acted in “Chala Murari Hero Banne.” He also directed films such as “Salaam Memsaab” (1979). He is survived by his wife Manju Asrani, his sister, and a nephew. The couple has no children.

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