Satish Shah(1951-2025)

Actor
Producer

A glance at 62 years old Manu bhai Shah (Raghubir Yadav) and how he appears peculiar in his outfit, crazy in his behavior, flamboyant in his style, loud and funny in his conversation and overbearing in his relations! With colored hair, trimmed French beard, colorful t-shirts with slogans (inappropriate for his age), GUCCI glares and i-pod plug-ins, he and his gang which includes Dhillon (sharat saxena), Mansukhani (satish shah), Zafar (tinu anand) and Sinha (Vineet Kumar) are a group of irrepressible 'five' whose lives revolves around a tennis court in a club called CLUB 60. They can drive anyone crazy by their antics. Story of Club 60 unfolds when Dr Tareek sheikh (Farookh sheikh), a neuro surgeon, suffering from acute depression after the death of his only son shifts to Mumbai from Pune with his wife Dr sayara (Sarika). A chance encounter of suave Dr sheikh with the flamboyant, talkative, funny and overbearing Manu bhai who stays in the same building, snowballs into Dr Sheiks forced and reluctant entry into the Club 60's gang of five. But is Manu bhai and his gang just a chunk of some well-to-do crazy and fun-loving 60 years young or is there something more to them under their colorful and playful facade? We explore it along with Dr sheikh as slowly and steadily his reluctant participation in Manu bhai's 'gang of five', makes him fall in love with life again.

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Club 60 (2013)

Satish Ravilal Shah (June 25, 1951 - October 25, 2025), born in Mumbai, Maharashtra, was one of India's most beloved and versatile actors, known for his impeccable comic timing, warmth, and effortless ability to connect with audiences. Over a glorious career spanning more than five decades, he became a household name through his remarkable work in both films and television. He began his journey in the early 1970s and went on to deliver memorable performances in iconic films like Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983), Main Hoon Na (2004), and numerous other Hindi films that showcased his versatility as a performer. However, it was his role as Indravadan "Indu" Sarabhai in the cult classic sitcom Sarabhai vs Sarabhai that made him an enduring figure in Indian pop culture, admired for his spontaneous humor and natural charm. Beyond his professional success, Satish Shah was known in the industry for his humility, warmth, and genuine love for his craft. Sadly, the veteran actor passed away on October 25, 2025, in Mumbai, at the age of 74, due to complications arising from kidney failure. His death was confirmed by filmmaker Ashoke Pandit, and the news sent waves of grief across the Indian entertainment fraternity. Satish Shah's passing marked the end of an era in Indian comedy and character acting. From the silver screen to television, his performances left an indelible mark on audiences across generations. His legacy lives on through the countless characters he portrayed, the laughter he spread, and the love he earned from fans and peers alike, a true legend who will forever be remembered as the "Baap of Comedy" in Indian entertainment.