Satish Shah to be posthumously conferred with Padma Shri
New Delhi, January 25
Late actor Satish Shah will be honoured with the Padma Shri award posthumously.
On the eve of Republic Day 2026, the Ministry of Home Affairs announced the recipients of this year's Padma Awards, honouring individuals for their remarkable contributions to the nation.
Veteran actor Satish Shah was named alongside distinguished individuals from the fields of art, education, sports, and various other disciplines.
Shah passed away on October 25 last year, leaving a lasting mark on Indian cinema and television.
Born on June 25, 1951, Shah trained at FTII and began his career with minor roles before gaining fame with the 1983 cult classic 'Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro'.
He delivered memorable performances in films such as 'Main Hoon Na', 'Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!', and 'Mujhse Shaadi Karoge', and became a television favourite with shows such as Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi' and 'Sarabhai vs Sarabhai'.
Shah is survived by his wife, Madhu Shah.
— ANI
Reader Comments
While I'm happy he's being recognised, it's bittersweet that it had to be posthumous. Why does it often take someone's passing for their contributions to be formally acknowledged? He deserved to receive this honour and feel the appreciation while he was with us.
His role as Indravadan Sarabhai is legendary! "Mona, darling!" 😂 This award is a fitting tribute to an actor who mastered both slapstick and subtle humour. A true artist of the people.
As someone who discovered Indian cinema later in life, Satish Shah's performances were a masterclass in comedy. His work transcends generations. A very deserving recipient.
FTII trained, versatile, and never overshadowed by the lead actors. He was the backbone of so many iconic scenes. This recognition is for all those brilliant character artists who make our films so memorable.
It's wonderful to see the Padma awards honouring artists from popular culture. Satish Shah's contribution to entertainment brought joy to millions and is a legitimate service to the nation. Well done to the committee for this choice.
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