Veteran theatre, film and TV actor Rasik Dave passed away on Friday (July 29) due to kidney failure. He was 65.

Veteran theatre, film and TV actor Rasik Dave passed away on Friday (July 29) due to kidney failure. He was 65. The actor was on dialysis for the last two years and breathed his last at around 8 pm on Friday. Rasik played the role of Nand in Mahabharat, which started airing in the 1980s. Along with his wife Ketki Dave, Rasik was seen together in Nach Baliye in 2006.

Actor and producer JD Majethia shared the news on Twitter and wrote, “Heartbroken and deeply saddened to hear about the untimely demise of Rasik Dave. Gone too soon brother. May God give your family the strength to get through this difficult time. Om Shanti.” Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit also tweeted, “Sad to know about the demise of a dear friend Rasik Dave, who was a versatile actor…Heartfelt condolences to his wife Ketaki Dave and his entire family. Will always be remembered.” Rasik is survived by his wife Ketki Dave and daughter Ridhi Dave. —TMS