Veteran actor Dinyar Tirandaz, famous for his role in the sitcom Zabaan Sambhal Ke and several Bollywood films, passed away in Mumbai. The entertainment industry mourns his loss with tributes from colleagues like Chitrangda Singh and Suresh Menon.
Veteran actor Dinyar Tirandaz, known for his memorable roles in television and Bollywood films, has passed away in Mumbai. The news of his demise surfaced on social media on Thursday, leaving fans and industry colleagues saddened.
Key Points
- Dinyar Tirandaz passed away in Mumbai on Thursday.
- He was best known for playing Mr. Keki Daruwala in the sitcom Zabaan Sambhal Ke.
- His career spanned decades, with roles in TV shows like Nukkad and Byomkesh Bakshi, and films such as Chalte Chalte and Hello Brother.
- Colleagues Chitrangda Singh and Suresh Menon paid tribute on social media.
Career Highlights
Dinyar Tirandaz made his acting debut with the 1984 film Duniya and went on to feature in popular television shows such as Nukkad and Byomkesh Bakshi. He became widely popular for playing Mr. Keki Daruwala in the hit sitcom Zabaan Sambhal Ke, a role that remains one of the most loved of his career.
Apart from television, Tirandaz appeared in several Bollywood films, including Hello Brother, Albela, Chalte Chalte, Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya?, Kya Kehna, Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin, and Kamaal Dhamaal Malamaal. His last known film appearance was in the Gujarati family drama Wass...up! Zindagi.
Tributes Pour In
Following the news of his demise, several members of the entertainment fraternity paid tribute on social media. Actor Suresh Menon commented, "Om Shanti," while actress Chitrangda Singh shared folded-hands emojis. Actor Uday Tikekar and many fans also expressed their condolences.
Though rarely seen in lead roles, Dinyar Tirandaz built a strong reputation as a dependable character actor. His comic timing, charming screen presence, and portrayal of Parsi characters made him a favourite among audiences. With a career spanning television, films, and theatre, he leaves behind a rich body of work cherished by generations.