By Actor Arvind Joshi passed away in a Mumbai hospital on Friday morning. He was 84.
His sister-in-law, actor Sarita Joshi told indianexpress.com, “Arvind ji passed away early morning today. He was admitted at Nanavati Hospital due to age-related health issues. He was 84. He passed away peacefully in his sleep.”
Arvind Joshi, a known face in the Gujarati theatre and film circuit, also starred in Hindi movies like Apmaan Ki Aag (1990), Sholay (1975) and Ittefaq (1969).
Several celebrities took to social media to mourn the loss of Joshi.
Paresh Rawal tweeted, “Irreparable loss to Indian theatre; with grief we say goodbye to the noted actor Shri Arvind Joshi. A stalwart, a versatile actor, an accomplished thespian, are the words that come to mind when I think of his performances. My condolences to @TheShermanJoshi & family.AUM SHANTI.”
Anil Sharma posted on Twitter, “V sad to hear about sad demise of Shree Arvind Joshi Ji ..My heartiest condolences to @TheSharmanJoshi n entire family .. RIP ?”
Arvind Joshi’s cremation will be held today afternoon at Vile Parle Crematorium in Mumbai.
He is survived by his wife and two children – actors Sharman Joshi and Manasi Joshi Roy.
