Indian actor Anupam Shyam passes away at 63

The actor, who was best known for his work on the TV show Mann Kee Awaaz, was undergoing treatment at Mumbai hospital after having kidney disease.

He was later shifted to critical care unit where his health deteriorated further.

Following his demise, Rajan Shahi, producer of Mann Kee Awaaz Pratigya 2, said in a statement, “I am deeply saddened to hear about the demise of Anupam Shyamji. May his family get all the strength to sail through these difficult times. I remember when we started with Pratigya season 2, he was extremely happy to work again and play his favourite character Sajjan Singh. He was always so lively and full of enthusiasm and will be remembered for his remarkable performances. May his soul rest in peace.”

Anupam began his Hindi film career in 1996 with Shyam Benegal’s Sardari Begum. He featured in several famous films including Dil Se, Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi, Satya,Zakhm, Dushman and Slumdog Millionaire.

In television, he rose to fame bys portraying the role of Thakur Sajjan Singh in Mann Kee Awaaz Pratigya (2009-2012).