India, Oct. 25 -- Veteran actor Satish Shah, renowned for his exceptional comic timing and beloved roles in Hindi cinema and television, passed away on Saturday at the age of 74 at his Bandra residence, reportedly due to kidney failure.

His long-time personal assistant of 30 years, Ramesh Kadatala, confirmed the news. Shah is survived by his wife, designer Madhu Shah.

Born into a Kutchi family from Mandvi, Gujarat, Shah graduated from the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune. He began his acting journey in 1978 with Arvind Desai Ki Ajeeb Dastaan, directed by Saeed Mirza.

After several brief roles, his major breakthrough came with Kundan Shah's 1983 cult classic Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, where he portrayed the unforgettable Mun...