Priyadarshan, who shot with Asrani for ‘Haiwaan’ days before his demise, recalls how the veteran actor remained relevant and ...
Asrani’s unforgettable jailer act in Sholay earned him just ₹15,000, yet it remains one of Bollywood’s most iconic comic ...
The late legend Asrani’s manager revealed that he never threw star tantrums, always respected producers’ budgets, and wished ...
Asrani, known for his roles in ‘Sholay’, ‘Abhimaan’ and ‘Chupke Chupke’, had enough comic timing to make even his most ...
Despite such a mammoth filmography, if we choose to remember an actor for a specific role/dialogue from one film, it says ...
Veteran actor Asrani, known for his iconic comedic roles, passed away on October 20, 2025. His manager revealed the legendary ...
Curated every week, the First Day First Show newsletter brings you all the latest news from the world of movies and streaming ...
Honouring his final wish for privacy, Asrani’s last rites were conducted quietly by close family members, with no media or ...
The moment one utters the name Asrani, generations over 45 instinctively hear that unforgettable line – “Main Angrezon ke zamane ka jailer hoon!” The words, delivered in his inimitable pitch and ...
Veteran Indian actor Govardhan Asrani, who endeared himself to the audiences by playing the eccentric jailer in “Sholay” and ...
Opinion

The Gentle Comic

The passing of Govardhan Asrani marks more than the end of a long and joyous career; it marks the quiet departure of an era when laughter in Indian cinema had innocence, timing, and heart.