In a poignant moment for the film industry, veteran actor Ravindra Berde, the brother of the late Laxmikant Berde, breathed his last today at the age of 78. Known for his notable roles in Bollywood movies like Nayak: The Real Hero (Anil Kapoor) and Singham (Ajay Devgn), Ravindra succumbed to cancer after undergoing treatment for several months.
Ravindra Berde’s Battle with Cancer
Ravindra Berde had been battling throat cancer and had been receiving treatment at Tata Hospital in Mumbai. Despite his resilient fight against the illness, the seasoned actor faced a sudden heart attack on Wednesday morning. Although he was discharged from the hospital just two days ago, fate had a different plan for the talented artist.
Legacy of Ravindra Berde
Starting his artistic journey in theatre in 1965, Ravindra Berde made significant contributions to over 300 Marathi films. His collaborations with acclaimed actors like Ashok Saraf, Vijay Chavan, Mahesh Kothare, Viju Khote, Sudhir Joshi, and Bharat Jadhav highlighted his versatile talent. Ravindra Berde’s indomitable spirit shone through, even in the face of adversity, as he previously survived a heart attack in 1995 and battled cancer since 2011.
Survived by Family
The late actor leaves behind a grieving family, including his wife, two children, daughter-in-law, and grandchildren. Ravindra Berde’s passing has undoubtedly cast a shadow of shock and sorrow over the industry, as the film fraternity mourns the loss of a seasoned artist whose legacy will forever be etched in the annals of cinema.
