Birbal Khosla, a veteran actor known for his memorable roles in iconic Indian films such as Sholay and Mera Naam Joker, passed away at age 85.
The news of his demise came as a shock to fans and the film fraternity alike.
Birbal had been suffering from age-related ailments before succumbing to complications on Sunday evening.
Born on March 1, 1936, in Gurdaspur, Punjab, Birbal began his career in the film industry during the late 1960s.
He quickly made a name for himself with his impeccable comic timing and versatile acting skills.
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However, his performances in two legendary movies solidified his position as a respected character artist.
In Ramesh Sippy’s cult classic Sholay (1975), Birbal is portrayed as a lovable sidekick to Amitabh Bach.

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