MumbaiVeteran actor Ghanshyam Nayak, known for his role in ‘Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah’, passed away on Sunday (October 3). He was 77 years old. The senior artist was best known for playing the role of Nattu Kaka in the hit sitcom, which stars Dilip Joshi in the lead role.
Many netizens took to social media to mourn the demise of Nayak, who won hearts with his performance in ‘TMKOC’. Fans paid tribute to the actor and remembered his iconic scenes with co-star Dilip Joshi in the popular show.
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One Twitter user wrote, “I do not know what to write. This man never fails to bring a smile to my face. He and his character Natu Kaka were very iconic. Thanks sir for all those laughs and sweet memories. Enjoy Jalebi Fafda with Kavi Sir in heaven. Will miss you a lot.”
Another user tweeted, “This is really heartbreaking, he made our childhood. Om Shanti. One of the best characters of #TMKOC, who can’t be changed. More power to his family and close ones.”
An enthusiastic viewer of Taarak Mehta said, “The loss feels personal!!! TMKOC was an integral part of my life when I used to live alone during my high secondary and engineering days!!! Nattu kaka, you will miss me.” Written on micro blogging site.
Ghanshyam Nayak underwent a surgery in 2020 to remove the lumps from his neck. Earlier this year, he told an entertainment portal that he was diagnosed with cancer. Doctors had found new lumps in the actor’s throat.
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Taarak Mehta producer Asit Modi told ABP News that Nayak did not shoot for the show for the past 3-4 months due to ill health.
We express our deepest condolences to the family of the hero.
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