India, Oct. 21 -- Bollywood is mourning the loss of veteran comedian Govardhan Asrani, who passed away on October 20, at the age of 84. Best remembered for his iconic role as the jailer in Sholay (1975), Asrani appeared in over 300 films, leaving an indelible mark on Hindi cinema.

News agency ANI had reported on his passing saying, "Actor-director Govardhan Asrani, popularly known as 'Asrani' passed away in Mumbai today after a prolonged illness. His last rites were performed at Santacruz Crematorium." Asrani's manager, Babubhai Thiba, further told ANI, "Asrani passed away today at 3 PM at Arogya Nidhi Hospital, Juhu. He is survived by his wife, sister, and nephew."

According to a family source quoted by News18, Asrani had expressed a w...