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Time of India
29 minutes ago
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- Time of India
Aamir Khan mourns the demise of Achyut Potdar as he pays heartfelt tribute to his ‘3 Idiots' co-star: 'We will miss you'
Veteran actor Achyut Potdar, known for '3 Idiots,' passed away at 91 due to heart complications. Aamir Khan paid tribute, calling him 'a remarkable actor and kind-hearted person.' Achyut began acting at 44 after serving in the Indian Armed Forces and contributed significantly to Marathi cinema and television. Aamir Khan expressed his deep sorrow over the passing of veteran actor Achyut Potdar, who died on August 18 at the age of 91. Honoring his co-star from '3 Idiots', Aamir praised Potdar as 'a remarkable actor and a truly kind-hearted person' in a tribute released by his production company. Hospital confirms Achyut's critical condition and death A doctor from a hospital confirmed Achyut's passing to PTI. He stated that Achyut was admitted in critical condition around 4 p.m. with respiratory and cardiac problems and was placed in the ICU. He passed away at 10:30 p.m. due to heart complications, suffering from high blood pressure and weakened cardiovascular health. Aamir Khan's emotional message following Achyut's death Soon after the news of Achyut's demise broke, Aamir, who acted with him in '3 Idiots', conveyed his sorrow in a heartfelt message from his production house. He said, 'I am very saddened to hear about Achyutji 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.' Achyut Potdar's unique career journey Achyut began his acting journey at the age of 44, following a diverse career that included service in the Indian Armed Forces and employment with the Indian Oil Corporation. Before joining the army, he also worked as a college teacher in Rewa, Madhya Pradesh. Beyond his impactful film roles, Achyut had a substantial presence on television and made valuable contributions to Marathi cinema, appearing in numerous popular and critically praised films. "Get the latest updates on Times of India, including reviews of the movie Coolie and War 2 ."
New Indian Express
2 hours ago
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- New Indian Express
Veteran actor Achyut Potdar passes away at 90
MUMBAI: Actor Achyut Potdar, best known for his roles in TV shows and films like Bharat Ek Khoj, Pradhan Mantri, and 3 Idiots, has died in a hospital here due to heart-related issues. He was 90. Potdar was admitted to Jupiter Hospital around 4 pm on Monday and was declared dead at 10.30 pm. "He was admitted to the hospital in a critical state with breathing and heart issues on Monday, around 4 pm. He was kept in the ICU. He passed away at 10.30 pm due to heart related issues as he had high BP and weak cardiovascular health," Dr Ravindra Ghawat, Director, Criminal Care Department, Jupiter Hospital, told PTI. Potdar played supporting roles in many films and TV shows such as Tezaab, Parineeta, Aandolan, Wagle Ki Duniya, Dabangg 2, and Ferrari Ki Sawaari. His brief appearance as a professor in Rajkumar Hirani's 3 Idiots (2019), and his dialogue "Kehna Kya Chahte Ho" became one of the fan favourite moments from the Aamir Khan-starrer movie and has been recreated in pop culture, time and again through memes.
News18
4 hours ago
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- News18
Achyut Potdar Passes Away: Jackie Shroff Pays Tribute To Late Actor, Shares Unseen Pic
Curated By : Last Updated: August 19, 2025, 16:56 IST Jackie Shroff Pays Tribute To Late Actor Achyut Potdar Veteran actor Achyut Potdar, who was known for his memorable supporting roles in Hindi cinema, passed away, leaving the film industry in grief. With a career spanning over three decades, Potdar appeared in more than 125 films and television shows, leaving behind a legacy of impactful performances in movies like 3 Idiots, Lage Raho Munna Bhai, Tamanna, and Mission Kashmir. Actor Jackie Shroff, who had shared screen space with Potdar in several films, took to social media to mourn the veteran's loss. Taking to his Instagram stories, Jackie Shroff shared an unseen photo and wrote, 'This pic with Achyut ji will always by in my heart." The picture shows the camaraderie the two actors shared off-screen. He also shared a film clip in which he worked with him. Hansal Mehta also recalled working with the late actor and penned a long note. Take a look here: Achyut Potdar Passes Away At 91: Veteran actor Achyut Potdar, widely celebrated for his memorable role as a strict professor in 3 Idiots, passed away on Monday, August 18, 2025. He was 91. The actor breathed his last at Jupiter Hospital in Thane, where he had been admitted due to health complications. The exact cause of his death has not been revealed. His funeral will take place on August 19 in Thane. Before making his mark in cinema, Achyut Potdar served in the Indian Armed Forces and later worked with the Indian Oil Company. His passion for acting eventually led him to films and television in the 1980s, paving the way for a prolific career that spanned more than four decades. Potdar acted in over 125 films across Hindi and Marathi cinema. His filmography includes critically acclaimed and commercially successful titles such as Aakrosh, Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyoon Aata Hai, Ardh Satya, Tezaab, Parinda, Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman, Dilwale, Rangeela, Vaastav, Hum Saath Saath Hain, Parineeta, Lage Raho Munna Bhai, Dabangg 2 and Ventilator. Hansal Mehta On the late actor: 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." Tributes Pour In for the Veteran Actor Apart from films, Potdar also made his presence felt on television. He appeared in popular shows like Wagle Ki Duniya, Majha Hoshil Na, Mrs Tendulkar, and Bharat Ki Khoj. His versatility allowed him to move seamlessly between stage, TV, and cinema, earning him respect across the industry. News of his passing has led to an outpouring of grief on social media. Fans and colleagues have remembered him as a humble, dedicated performer whose work left a lasting impression on audiences. Achyut Potdar's contribution to Indian cinema remains immense, and his legacy as both a Marathi and Hindi actor will continue to inspire generations of performers. Akriti Anand Akriti Anand is Chief Sub Editor of the entertainment team at News18. A news writer with over a decade of experience, Akriti loves to keep a close watch on Bollywood celebrities and their social media. A post-g... Read More Akriti Anand is Chief Sub Editor of the entertainment team at News18. A news writer with over a decade of experience, Akriti loves to keep a close watch on Bollywood celebrities and their social media. A post-g... Read More Check latest Bollywood news updates, events and award shows, upcoming hindi movies releases, exclusive interviews, box office collections, reviews, trailers, and more. Click here to add News18 as your preferred news source on Google. Download the News18 App News movies » bollywood Achyut Potdar Passes Away: Jackie Shroff Pays Tribute To Late Actor, Shares Unseen Pic Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
News18
4 hours ago
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Aakrosh To 3 Idiots, 5 Achyut Potdar Films That You Should Not Miss
Last Updated: Widely known for his role as a professor in Rajkumar Hirani's 3 Idiots, Potdar entered the film industry at the age of 44. Veteran Bollywood actor Achyut Potdar, who has been a popular face in the entertainment industry, passed away on August 18 at the age of 91. Although not formally trained in acting, Potdar has been a part of more than 125 Hindi and Marathi films throughout his acting career. Widely known for his role as a professor in Rajkumar Hirani's 3 Idiots, Potdar entered the film industry at the age of 44 and will always remain one of the significant faces of Indian cinema. Let's take a look at some of the popular films of Achyut Potdar: 3 Idiots Achyut Potdar won hearts with his remarkable acting as a professor in Rajkumar Hirani's 2009 hit film 3 Idiots. Potdar's scene with Aamir Khan still remains one of the most hilarious scenes in the film. Alongside Aamir Khan, the film also starred R. Madhavan, Sharman Joshi, Kareena Kapoor, Boman Irani and others in prominent roles. Dabangg 2 In 2012, Potdar was seen essaying the role of Debi Prasad in the Salman Khan-starrer action comedy Dabangg 2, grandfather of Anjali Prasad (played by Sandeepa Dhar). Alongside Salman Khan, the film also featured actors like Sonakshi Sinha, Arbaaz Khan, Pankaj Tripathi, Prakash Raj, and Mahie Gill, among others. Bhoothnath Achyut Potdar also appeared in Amitabh Bachchan's widely acclaimed film Bhoothnath in 2008. In this film, Potdar was seen in the role of a temple priest. Helmed by Vivek Sharma, the supernatural comedy featured Juhi Chawla, Aman Siddiqui, Priyanshu Chatterjee, and Rajpal Yadav in prominent roles with a cameo appearance from Shah Rukh Khan. Parineeta In the 2005 musical romance film Parineeta, Achyut Potdar was seen essaying the role of Gurcharan, Lalita's (played by Vidya Balan) father. Adapted from Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay's Bengali novella of the same name, Parineeta marked the debut of Vidya Balan. The film also cast Saif Ali Khan, Sanjay Dutt, Raima Sen, Sabyasachi Chakraborty and others in pivotal roles. Aakrosh Aakrosh marked Achyut Potdar's debut in Bollywood. In this 1980 film, Potdar was seen in the role of a forest contractor. His remarkable acting and screen presence could not go unnoticed in the film. Alongside Potdar, the film starred Naseeruddin Shah, Om Puri, and Amrish Puri in prominent roles. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Loading comments...
Khaleej Times
5 hours ago
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- Khaleej Times
'3 Idiots' actor Achyut Potdar dies following heart failure
Veteran Bollywood actor Achyut Potdar, known for his role as a professor in Rajkumar Hirani's 3 Idiots, died on August 18, his daughter Anuradha Paraskar has confirmed. The actor, who worked in over 125 films, breathed his last at Jupiter Hospital in Thane. Anuradha Paraskar said the actor was set to turn 91 soon."He was getting old, but yesterday he fell unconscious in the afternoon, and we admitted him to Jupiter Hospital and within a matter of a few hours, by about 9 o'clock, his heart went into failure... It was a quick but very peaceful end" Potdar is best remembered for his role as a college professor in 3 Idiots, starring Aamir Khan, Sharman Joshi, and R Madhavan. His famous line, Arey kehna kya chahte ho ("What are you trying to say?"), became a rage on social media. He also worked in Aakrosh, Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyoon Aata Hai, Ardh Satya, Tezaab, Parinda, Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman, Dilwale, Rangeela, Vaastav, Hum Saath Saath Hain, Parineeta, Lage Raho Munna Bhai, Dabangg 2 and Ventilator.
