Actor Satish Kaushik dies at 66

Legendary Actor and Director Satish Kaushik passed away at the age of 66 due to a sudden heart attack

Image Source: Satish Kaushik (Instagram)

Bollywood actor and director Satish Kaushik, 66, passed away in the wee hours of Thursday. He was known for roles such as Calendar in Mr. India.

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According to reports, Satish Kaushik passed away as a result of a heart attack as he was riding in a car.

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The doctors did everything they could to save Kaushik's life, but he passed away on March 9 despite their efforts.

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His wife, Shashi, and their daughter, Vanshika Kaushik, who is 11 years old, are the only people he leaves behind.

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According to ANI, a news source, a post-mortem examination of Kaushik's body revealed no signs of trauma.

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According to additional information provided by the news agency, which cited sources, the actor passed away as a result of a heart attack.

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Actor Anupam Kher, Lyricist Javed Akhtar, and Actor Raj Babbar visited Satish Kaushik's home to pay their respects.

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Satish Kaushik's niece Anita told ANI that the actor had an elder sister and a brother and that he won people's hearts in real life.

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Anupam Kher, an actor and close friend of Satish Kaushik's, confirmed the news of his death in a tweet.

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