Veteran Makeup Artist Vikram Gaikwad No More: Aamir Khan, Anushka Sharma Pay Tribute
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National Award-winning makeup artist Vikram Gaikwad passed away at 65. Aamir Khan, Ranveer Singh, Varun Dhawan, and Vivek Agnihotri paid tributes.
National Award-winning makeup artist Vikram Gaikwad passed away on Saturday, May 10, at 65. The reason of his demise hasn't been revealed yet. Aamir Khan, Anushka Sharma, Ranveer Singh, Varun Dhawan, filmmaker Vivek Agnihotri, and other actors offered their condolences on social media.
Aamir Khan, who had worked with Gaikwad in multiple projects, wrote a long note which was issued by his team: 'It is with great sorrow that we say goodbye to the legendary make-up artist Vikram Gaikwad. I had the pleasure of working with him in films like Dangal, PK and Rang De Basanti, to name a few. He was a true master of his craft, and his work transformed many actors into unforgettable characters that will live forever on screen."
He concluded, 'Heartfelt condolences to the family from me, and everyone at AKP (folded hands emoji). We will miss you Dada (red heart emoji)." Anushka Sharma took to her Instagram stories and wrote, 'RIP Dada Om Shanti." Ranveer Singh wrote, 'Dada, with dove, nazar amulet, infinity symbol, folded hands and breaking heart emojis." Varun Dhawan penned, 'I had the pleaseee to work with Vikram Gaikwad sir in Badlapur he helped me design my look every detail. A true magician who pushed Indian cinema ahead. Thank u dada. Om shanti."
pic.twitter.com/6yXrPvwIc6 — Aamir Khan Productions (@AKPPL_Official) May 10, 2025
Vivek Agnihotri paid his tribute on X: 'Om Shanti. Vikram Gaikwad was a legendary makeup artist and an asset to realistic Indian cinema. He didn't just do makeup, which is often seen as a way to make actors look glamorous, he created characters and gave them soul, like a true artist. I had the privilege of observing his craft closely. Like I always say, artists never die."
Om Shanti.Vikram Gaikwad was a legendary makeup artist and an asset to realistic Indian cinema. He didn't just do makeup, which is often seen as a way to make actors look glamorous, he created characters and gave them soul, like a true artist. I had the privilege of observing… pic.twitter.com/VrlQ1D4VZG
— Vivek Ranjan Agnihotri (@vivekagnihotri) May 11, 2025
Vikram Gaikwad's glorious career graph spanned across Hindi, Marathi, and South Indian film industries. He started his journey with the critically-acclaimed film Sardar. Over the years, he significantly contributed to films such as Panipat, Bell Bottom, Uri: The Surgical Strike, Blackmail, Dangal, PK, Super 30, Kedarnath, Thugs of Hindostan, and The Legend of Bhagat Singh, each showcasing his unmatched skill in character transformation through makeup.
In Marathi cinema, Gaikwad left an indelible mark with his work on several iconic historical dramas such as Balgandharva, Ani… Dr. Kashinath Ghanekar, Lokmanya, Katyar Kaljat Ghusali, Fatteshikast, Pawankhind, and Sher Shivraj.
His contributions extended beyond films to the world of theatre, where he was equally recognised for his takent. Vikram Gaikwad was responsible for the makeup in Janata Raja, the iconic stage production based on the life of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
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