Beloved Indian comedian Atul Parchure dies at 57

Atul Parchure, a respected figure in the Marathi film industry and known for his roles in The Kapil Sharma Show, has died at the age of 57 after a long battle with cancer. He passed away on Monday, October 14, as reported by Indian media.

Parchure had previously overcome cancer but succumbed to health complications. The cause of his death has not yet been disclosed.

Sources close to the family confirmed that he took his last breath earlier today. He is survived by his mother, wife, and daughter, who have requested privacy during this challenging time.

Actor Supriya Pilgaonkar paid tribute to Parchure on Instagram, stating, “Dear friend you shouldn't have been like this, you fought a lot! You have tolerated a lot.

You will always be missed. Your silly smile will always be missed. May your soul rest in peace and the strength to endure the pain of the family.”

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde also expressed his condolences via Instagram. He shared a heartfelt note in Marathi, describing Parchure as "a clever actor" who brought both laughter and tears to audiences.

“The untimely demise of ever introspective class actor Atul Parchure is painful," Shinde wrote. "He made a unique impression in all three fields of drama, film, and series. This damage is not to be filled with. I am a part of the grief of the family members due to this relationship as one of the thousands of fans of Parchure. May God give them the strength to endure this suffering. On behalf of the state government, I pay tribute to them.”

Parchure's contributions to Marathi and Hindi cinema will be remembered, marking a significant loss for the entertainment industry.