Payel Halder. Mumbai Uncensored, 10th March, 2023:
Actor, writer, and director Satish Kaushik passed away on March 8, 2023, in Gurugram at the age of 66. His close friend and associate Anupam Kher announced the sad news on Twitter, expressing his shock and grief. Kaushik’s body will be brought to Mumbai after a postmortem is conducted.
Kangana Ranaut also expressed her sorrow and paid tribute to Kaushik, remembering him as a kind and genuine man who was her biggest cheerleader. Kaushik had worked with Ranaut on the film Emergency, which he had directed.
Born on April 13, 1956, Kaushik had made his mark in Bollywood with his breakout role as Calendar in Shekhar Kapur’s Mr India. He had also appeared in early hits like Jaane Bhi Do Yaro, Mandi, and Woh 7 Din. Kaushik had later transitioned to direction, helming films like Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja, Tere Naam, and Hum Aapke Dil Mein Rehte Hain.
Kaushik’s sudden demise has left the film industry in shock, with many expressing their condolences on social media. His contributions to Indian cinema will be remembered and cherished by fans and colleagues alike.
