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The great Indian comedian Raju Srivastava dies after 41 days of hospitalization


One of the India's greatest comic and mimicry artists, Raju Srivastava (originally, Satya Prakash Srivastava), finally gave up the battle for life on September 21 after being on ventilator for 41 days in All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. He was rushed to the hospital on August 10 after he suffered a massive heart attack while working out in a gym. The whole nation is mourning his death as he had touched the hearts of every Indian through his comedy, laughter and positivity.

As per the reports, his body will be cremated in New Delhi. He is survived by his wife and two children. Raju was born on December 25, 1963 in Kanpur, UP, India. He began his acting career with small roles in Indian movies (mainly Hindi) and went on to become one of the most popular mimicry and comic artists in India. 

Raju also worked towards promoting cleanliness through various events in different cities, ever since he was nominated as part of Swachh Bharat Abhiyan by the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi. 

Mr Modi in his condolence message, tweeted, "Raju Srivastava brightened our lives with laughter, humour and positivity. He leaves us too soon but he will continue to live in the hearts of countless people thanks to his rich work over the years. His demise is saddening. Condolences to his family and admirers. Om Shanti."



The former President of India, Ram Nath Kovind, tweeted, "Saddened by untimely demise of mimicry king and excellent artist Raju Srivastav ji. My heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and fans. Om Shanti."

 


Indian Actor Anupam Kher said in his Instagram video he posted, "He was not only a very good comic actor, but also a very good human being." 



Condolence messages have poured in from well-known figures of film industry.

 


 Hrithik Roshan tweeted, "Forever in our hearts. Rest in peace Raju Srivastava Sir. My condolences to the family."


Riteish Deshmukh tweeted, "Gone too soon.. King of humour on stage and off stage too. Thank you Dearest #RajuSrivastav for filling our lives with laughter & joy..your legacy will love on. Condolences & prayers to the family and loved ones. Om Shanti"


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