Veteran Marathi actor Vikram Gokhale passes away

Veteran Marathi actor Vikram Gokhale passed away in Pune on Saturday. He was 77. Marathi TV serial 'Tujech Mee Geet Gaat Aahe' and the Marathi movie 'Godavari' were his last performances. In a career spanning more than 50 years, Vikram Gokhale had mastered all three media of theatre, TV and cinema.  Vikram Gokhale acted in over 100 Marathi and Hindi films and dramas. He was equally synonymous with the small screen by acting in at least 25 television serials. The drama titled 'Barrister' Vikram gave him fame. He did this play for almost 8 years.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed grief at the passing away of actor Vikram Gokhale. In a tweet, Mr Modi said Gokhale was a creative and versatile actor who will be remembered for many interesting roles in his long acting career. He gave his condolences to his family, friends and admirers. Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Thakur has expressed sadness at the demise of veteran actor Vikram Gokhale.  In a tweet, Thakur said he was one of the greatest actors who left an indelible mark in the Marathi, Hindi Theatre and Film industry with his extraordinary performances. He gave his condolences to his family.