Veteran actor Rakesh Pandey (77) dies of cardiac arrest
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Veteran actor Rakesh Pandey, known for his work in Bhojpuri as well as Hindi films, passed away due to a cardiac arrest on Friday morning. He was 77.
His daughter, Jasmeet Pandey confirmed the news to ABP News, adding that he had chest pain and discomfort late night on Thursday.
He was rushed to Mumbai's Arogya Nidhi Hospital, where he died in his sleep on Friday morning at 8:51am.
May he rest in peace.
Career highlights
Pandey's journey from 'Sara Akash' to 'Dil Chahta Hai'
Pandey's acting career started with a role in Basu Chatterjee's 1969 film Sara Akash, a critically acclaimed film that received recognition.
He was a trained actor from the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII) in Pune and the Bhartendu Academy of Dramatic Arts.
Some of his notable Hindi films include Dil Chahta Hai, Woh Main Nahin, Do Raha, and Eeshwar.
He also made his mark in Bhojpuri cinema with movies like Balam Pardesiya and Bhaiya Dooj.
Television career
Pandey's television roles and recent projects
Apart from his film career, Pandey was also a known face on TV.
He was seen in key roles in popular serials such as Chotti Bahu, Dehleez and the historical drama Bharat Ek Khoj (1988).
He also contributed to Piya Binaa, Devi, and Pyaar Ke Do Naam: Ek Raadha, Ek Shyaam, among others.