2025 Famous Bollywood Deaths

 Dharmendra (1935–2025)

Legendary actor Dharmendra, one of Indian cinema’s most iconic stars, passed away on November 24 at the age of 89. Fondly known as Bollywood’s original “He-Man,” his illustrious career spanned decades and included classics such as Sholay and Chupke Chupke. Tributes poured in from across the film fraternity, celebrating his charisma, versatility and enduring legacy.

Manoj Kumar (1937–2025)

Veteran actor and filmmaker Manoj Kumar, popularly called “Bharat Kumar” for his patriotic roles, died on April 24 at 87. Films like Upkar, Shaheed and Purab Aur Paschim cemented his reputation for blending nationalism with powerful storytelling.

Govardhan Asrani (1941–2025)

Beloved comic actor Govardhan Asrani passed away on October 20 at the age of 84. Renowned for his expressive performances and impeccable comic roles, he remained a mainstay of Hindi cinema for decades.

Satish Shah (1952–2025)

Celebrated actor Satish Shah died on October 25 at 74. Widely admired for his comic timing and versatility, his work spanned theatre, television and cinema, with Sarabhai vs Sarabhai remaining among his most iconic performances.

Zubeen Garg (1972–2025)

Renowned singer and musician Zubeen Garg passed away on September 19 at the age of 52 following a medical emergency while scuba diving. Known for the hit Ya Ali and his extensive contributions to Assamese, Bengali and Hindi music, his loss was deeply felt across the music fraternity.

Pankaj Dheer (1956–2025)

Actor Pankaj Dheer, best remembered for portraying Karna in Mahabharat, died on October 15 at 68 after battling cancer. His portrayal remains one of Indian television’s most memorable performances.

Sulakshana Pandit (1954–2025)

Singer and actor Sulakshana Pandit passed away on November 6. She was remembered for her melodious voice, elegant screen presence and valuable contributions to Hindi cinema and music.

Shefali Jariwala (1982–2025)

Actor and model Shefali Jariwala, famously known as the “Kaanta Laga girl,” died on June 27 at the age of 42. Her sudden demise, reportedly due to cardiac arrest, led to a police investigation and shocked the entertainment industry.

Vishnu Prasad (1976–2025)

Malayalam actor Vishnu Prasad passed away on May 2 at 49 following a prolonged illness. Known for impactful supporting and negative roles, he earned recognition for his intense and nuanced performances.

Jaswinder Bhalla (1960–2025)

Punjabi comedian and actor Jaswinder Bhalla died on August 22 at 65. A respected figure in Punjabi cinema and theatre, he was celebrated for his sharp humour and social commentary.

Jyoti Chandekar (1957–2025)

Renowned Marathi theatre and film actor Jyoti Chandekar passed away on August 16 at the age of 68, leaving behind a distinguished legacy across stage and regional cinema.

Priya Marathe (1987–2025)

Television and Marathi series actor Priya Marathe died on August 31 at 38 after a prolonged battle with cancer. She was remembered for her resilience, dedication and passion for acting.

Dipak Sarma (1968–2025)

Eminent flautist Dipak Sarma passed away on November 3 at the age of 57. He was widely respected for his contributions to Indian classical music and his versatile performances.