Actor Sitaram Panchal, who was known for his roles in films like Jolly LLB 2 and Peepli Live, died after a prolonged battle with cancer at the age of 54. Panchal was battling lung and kidney cancer.
“He died today morning. He was suffering from cancer and was unwell. He wasn’t keeping well in the last few months,” confirmed his family sources this morning.
The Cine & TV Artistes Association (CINTAA) also shared a statement on their (unverified) Facebook page, in which they said: “With deep sorrow we express our heartfelt condolences and share the news about the sad demise of veteran artiste Shri Sitaram Panchal. May the Lord Almighty receive the departed soul with all his love and bless it with a place in his heavenly abode. May the Almighty also give his family the strength, courage to bear this irreparable loss.”
Last month, Sitaram Panchal had reached out to several industry members requesting them to help him financially. Director Ashwini Chaudhary, who received one such message in July, wrote on Twitter: “Saddened by the passing away of Sitaram Panchal. Rest in peace Situ Bhai. You will be missed.”
