2025 marked the departure of several iconic figures from indian cinema, music, and entertainment. Their contributions will continue to inspire generations. Here is a concise tribute to the stars we bid farewell to this year.

Major Losses in indian Entertainment (2025)

Dharmendra (1935–2025)

Passed away on 24 November 2025 at 89.

Known as Bollywood’s “He-Man”, he delivered countless classics across a six-decade career.

Nationwide tributes honoured his enduring legacy.

AVM Saravanan (1939–2025)

Died on 4 December 2025 at 86.

As the head of AVM Productions, he shaped tamil cinema’s evolution through several landmark films.

Zubeen Garg (1972–2025)

Passed on 19 September 2025 in Singapore.

A multilingual genius whose work enriched Assamese, Bengali, hindi, and other regional music.

Satish Shah (1952–2025)

Died on 25 October 2025.

Celebrated for humour and versatility in Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, Main Hoon Na, Hum Saath Saath Hain.

Govardhan asrani (1941–2025)

Passed on 20 October 2025.

Known for iconic comedic roles and impeccable timing in numerous hindi films.

Sulakshana Pandit (1954–2025)

Died on 6 November 2025.

A gifted actress and playback singer admired across regional cinema.

Pankaj Dheer (1956–2025)

Passed away on 15 October 2025.

Best remembered for his legendary portrayal of Karna in the Mahabharat.

Piyush Pandey (1955–2025)

Died on 24 October 2025 at 70.

A pillar of indian advertising whose campaigns transformed brand storytelling.

Manoj Kumar (1937–2025)

Passed on 4 April 2025.

Revered as “Bharat Kumar” for his patriotic cinematic masterpieces.

Rishabh Tandon

Died on 21 October 2025 following a major heart attack.

Remembered for his soulful voice and heartfelt compositions.

Other Notable Personalities We Lost

Shefali Jariwala (1982–2025) – Dancer and iconic Kaanta Laga star.

Zarine Khan – Actress and model.

Varinder Singh Ghuman (1980s–2025) – Actor and bodybuilder; cardiac arrest on 9 Oct.

Arinder Singh Ghuman – Actor and fitness expert.

Dipak Sarma – Renowned flutist.

Dheeraj Kumar – Veteran actor-producer.

Achyut Potdar – Beloved character actor.

Kamini Kaushal (1927–2025) – One of hindi cinema’s earliest celebrated actresses.

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