Veteran Actor Jagdeep Passes Away at 81, Condolences Pour In

Jagdeep was known for his roles in several iconic films like Qurbani, Shahenshah, Andaz Apna Apna and Sholay.

Legendary actor and comedian, Jagdeep breathed his last on Wednesday, 8 July. He died at the age of 81.

Jagdeep was known for his roles in several iconic films like Gora Aur Kala, Agent Vinod, Qurbani, Shahenshah, Andaz Apna Apna and China Gate. He was hugely popular for his role as Soorma Bhopali in the film Sholay.

Born in Punjab’s Amritsar as Syed Ishtiaq Ahmed Jafri, he started his career in the film industry as a child artist in 1951 and got his first job in BR Chopra’s film Afsana. He acted in more than 400 films. Jagdeep was last seen in film Galli Galli Chor Hai, in 2012.

His two sons, actor Jaaved Jaaferi and producer/director Naved Jafri are also part of Bollywood fraternity.

Many including Ajay Devgn and Hansal Mehta took to Twitter to express their grief and send condolences to his family.

Heard the sad news of Jagdeep Saab’s demise. Always enjoyed watching him on screen. He brought so much joy to the audience. My deepest condolences to Jaaved and all members of the family. Prayers for Jagdeep Saab’s soul🙏

— Ajay Devgn (@ajaydevgn) July 8, 2020

RIP veteran actor #Jagdeep sahab... An integral part of #Hindi movies for several decades... Enacted the role of #SoormaBhopali in the iconic film #Sholay and later, directed a film titled #SoormaBhopali... Heartfelt condolences to the family. pic.twitter.com/f2R0zOQtsh

— taran adarsh (@taran_adarsh) July 8, 2020

Condolences @jaavedjaaferi and to the entire family. He will always be cherished and remembered with a broad smile. I hope people get to see a film called Muskurahat by Priyadarshan sir to witness his brilliance. It is one of my favorite Jagdeep saahab performances. https://t.co/1vU1f3Clzl

— Hansal Mehta (@mehtahansal) July 8, 2020

Rest in peace!
Veteran actor #Jagdeep passes away at the age of 81. pic.twitter.com/jd4UzuU4QM

— Filmfare (@filmfare) July 8, 2020

Saddened to hear about the passing away of veteran actor, Jagdeep. My condolences to his family and fans. He will continue to live in the hearts of the people through his stellar performances.#Jagdeep pic.twitter.com/y4gcgvESNY

— Balasaheb Thorat (@bb_thorat) July 8, 2020

Lost another Legend. Jagdeep Sahab. Grown up watching his brilliance on screen.
Right from Soorma Bhopali to his recent films,what a man,what a Journey 🙏 Innal ilahai wa inal ilahi rajiun. #RIP pic.twitter.com/ZTYGmhABYt

— Ajaz Khan (@AjazkhanActor) July 8, 2020