Actor
Satish Shah
Based In
Mumbai, India.
Origin
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Years Active
1976 – 2023
Satish Shah Biography
Basic Information
- Full Name: Satish Shah
- Date of Birth: 25 June 1951
- Age: 74 years (as of 2025)
- Birthplace: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Profession: Actor, Comedian
- Years Active: 1978 – Present
Family Background
- Father: Not publicly disclosed
- Mother: Not publicly disclosed
- Spouse: Madhu Shah
- Children: Two sons
Education
- Studied at St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai
- Trained at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune
Career Highlight
| Year | Career Highlight / Name |
|---|---|
| 1976 | Film debut with Bonga (short film) |
| 1978 | Early parallel cinema role in Arvind Desai Ki Ajeeb Dastaan |
| 1981 | Notable role in Umrao Jaan |
| 1983 | Breakthrough performance in Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro |
| 1984 | Television debut with Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi |
| 1986 | Recognition in mainstream cinema with Amrit |
| 1987 | Marathi cinema appearance in Gammat Jammat |
| 1989 | Strong supporting roles in Ardh Satya and Bhagwan Dada |
| 1993 | Memorable role in Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa |
| 1994 | Appeared in blockbuster Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! |
| 1995 | Popular role in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge |
| 1996 | Comedy success with Saajan Chale Sasural |
| 1997 | Commercial hits Judwaa and Hero No. 1 |
| 1999 | Major ensemble role in Hum Saath Saath Hain |
| 2000 | Featured in blockbuster Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai |
| 2003 | Acclaimed performance in Kal Ho Naa Ho |
| 2004 | Iconic television role as Indravadan Sarabhai in Sarabhai vs Sarabhai |
| 2004 | Successful comedy film Masti |
| 2007 | Appeared in Om Shanti Om |
| 2008 | Family entertainer role in Bhoothnath |
| 2011 | Supporting role in sci-fi film Ra.One |
| 2013 | Lead role in Club 60 |
| 2017 | Returned with Sarabhai vs Sarabhai Take 2 |
| 2023 | OTT series appearance in United Kacche |
Satish Shah Recent Activity
Posthumous Padma Shri (January 2026):
- On Republic Day 2026, the Government of India announced the Padma Shri award for Satish Shah.
- The honor recognized his decades-long contribution to Indian cinema and television.
Passing (25 October 2025):
- The legendary actor passed away at the age of 74.
- Initial reports cited kidney failure following a transplant.
- Other reports suggested a cardiac arrest at his residence in Mumbai.
Awards List
| Year | Award | Category | Award Name | Film | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1985 | Filmfare Awards | Best Performance in a Comic Role | Filmfare Awards | Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro | Nominated |
| 2005 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Best Actor in a Comic Role | ITA Awards | Sarabhai vs Sarabhai | Won |
| 2005 | Indian Telly Awards | Best Actor in a Comic Role | Indian Telly Awards | Sarabhai vs Sarabhai | Nominated |
| 2006 | Indian Telly Awards | Best Actor in a Comic Role | Indian Telly Awards | Sarabhai vs Sarabhai | Won |
| 2017 | Indian Television Academy Awards | Best Actor – Web Series | ITA Awards | Sarabhai vs Sarabhai Take 2 | Won |
About Satish Shah
He was a renowned Indian actor and comedian known for films and iconic TV roles.
Indravadan Sarabhai in Sarabhai vs Sarabhai.
Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro (1983).
Yes, he won multiple television awards for comic roles.
Comedy, satire, and character roles.