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Veteran Actor Asrani Dies at 84, Hours After Diwali Wish

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Veteran Actor Asrani Dies at 84, Hours After Diwali WishSaralnama

Bollywood actor Govardhan Asrani died on at 3 PM in Mumbai's Arogya Nidhi Hospital. He was 84. Hours before his death on Diwali, Asrani shared a message to wish fans on the festival. His last rites were held at Santacruz Crematorium. Asrani acted in over 350 films during his 50-year career. He was known for his comic roles in movies like Sholay, Chupke, and Bhool Bhulaiyaa. Asrani also directed films and worked in Gujarati cinema. He is survived by his wife Manju, sister, and nephew. (Updated 20 Oct 2025, 23:17 IST; source: link)

Key Points

  • Bollywood actor Govardhan Asrani died on 13 Nov 2023 at 3 PM in Mumbai's Arogya Nidhi Hospital
  • He was 84
  • Hours before his death on Diwali, Asrani shared a message to wish fans on the festival