Boman Irani Pays Tribute to 3 Idiots Co-Star Achyut Potdar: 'A True Gentleman'

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Veteran actor Achyut Potdar, known for roles in 3 Idiots and Lage Raho Munna Bhai, passed away at 91. Boman Irani, Aamir Khan, and Hansal Mehta paid tributes.
Veteran actor Achyut Potdar, known for his memorable roles in films such as 3 Idiots, Tamasha, and Lage Raho Munna Bhai, passed away on Monday, August 18, at the age of 91. The actor, who was widely respected for his calm demeanour and impactful performances, left behind a legacy that spans over three decades in Indian cinema. Boman Irani, who worked with Potdar in 3 Idiots, paid condolences on Instagram.
Actor Boman Irani, who shared screen space with Achyut Potdar in Rajkumar Hirani's cult classic 3 Idiots, took to social media to pen a heartfelt tribute. Remembering his late co-star, Irani wrote, 'With deep respect, remembering Achyut Potdar Ji. A true gentleman and a memorable artist. My heartfelt condolences." Take a look at his post here:
Aamir Khan, Hansal Mehta condoled Achyut Potdar's demise
Aamir Khan, too, shared an emotional note to extend his heartfelt condolences. The actor, on behalf of his production house's social media page, shared a note calling Potdar 'an amazing actor and a wonderful human being."
'I am very saddened to hear about Achyutji's passing away. He was an amazing actor, a wonderful human being, and a great colleague. We will miss you, Achyutji. My heartfelt condolences to his family," shared Aamir as he mourned the demise of his 3 Idiots co-star.
Hansal Mehta took to X (formerly Twitter), to share a picture of Achyut Potdar. Remembering him fondly, the filmmaker wrote, 'I was a fan of his character as Jaggu dada's father. The line 'Ae Jaggu" from 'Angaar" made me his permanent fan. Was a privilege to have directed him in my directorial debut 'Jayate". He played a professional medical witness. Amazing timing and a super caustic sense of humour. Go well Achyut Potdar sir."
How did Achyut Potdar die?
Veteran actor Achyut Potdar, best remembered for his role as the strict professor in 3 Idiots, passed away on August 18 at the age of 91. He breathed his last at Jupiter Hospital in Thane, where he had been admitted following health complications. The exact cause of death has not yet been disclosed. His last rites will be performed on August 19 in Thane.
Before entering the world of cinema, Potdar had an illustrious career outside films — he served in the Indian Armed Forces and later worked with the Indian Oil Corporation. However, his passion for acting drew him towards films and television in the 1980s.
Potdar began his film journey at the age of 44 and went on to work in over 125 films across Hindi and Marathi cinema. Over the years, he became a familiar face in Vidhu Vinod Chopra's films, leaving audiences with memorable performances that spanned more than four decades.
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August 19, 2025, 21:53 IST
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