Actor Gufi Paintal, best known for playing ‘Shakuni mama’ in the epic TV serial Mahabharat, died on Monday at a hospital here due to age-related issues, his nephew Hiten Paintal said. He passed away at the age of 79 as per reports.
The veteran actor whose name was Saravjit Singh Paintal was admitted to a hospital in Andheri. His nephew says that he had been facing many age-related health issues and – blood pressure and heart issues. He was admitted to the hospital and was under observation for seven to eight days. As per reports, his heart gave up and he passed away in his sleep.
Team MissMalini extends their condolences to his family and may his soul rest in peace.