Asrani Dies At 84: Priyadarshan Reveals Why He Will Never Call Him A 'Comedian'

Filmmaker Priyadarshan, who directed the late veteran actor Asrani in many comedy Indian films is mourning his demise after his sudden death on October 20 left the film industry in shock. Speaking about

his memorable days with the late actor, Priyadarshan recalled working on 'maximum films' with him. He said, 'I have been admiring him ever since the time I used to watch films during my college days.'

Priyadarshan recalls working with Asrani

In a latest interaction with News18, Priyadarshan said, "I did maximum films with Asrani sir. I realised that I did more films with him than Hrishi da (Hrishikesh Mukherjee) did with him. Right from my second film in Hindi which was Gardish, he has worked with me. I've been admiring him ever since the time I used to watch films during my college days. He was a man who never exhibited buffoonery but he always made people laugh. I will never call him a comedian. He was a great actor who played diverse roles. In Koshish, he played the villain. In Abhimaan, he scored against Amitabh Bachchan so well. He was a complete actor."ALSO READ: Asrani Dies At 84: Veteran Actor Wished Fans On Diwali Just Hours Ago His Demise, Netizens Are SHOCKED

More on Asrani's death

Asrani, born Govardhan Asrani, died in Mumbai at around 4 pm on October 20 after a prolonged illness. The actor's last rites were also performed in the city at the Santacruz crematorium. The veteran's death was confirmed by his nephew Anand Asrani. Hours before his passing, the veteran actor-director, took to Instagram to wish his fans a Happy Diwali. Speaking to ETimes, Asrani's manager, Mr. Thiba confirmed the shocking news and revealed details of the veteran star's final moments. He said, "He was not feeling well and was admitted to Arogya Hospital four days ago due to breathing issues. He passed away at around 3 PM today. His last rites were performed at 8 PM today. The family is back home now… very sad."