Chak De India actor Ramakant Dayama passes away at 69

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Ramakant Dayama was known for films like Chak De India, Crew, among others. He passed away after a prolonged illness.

Veteran actor Ramakant Dayama, best known for appearing in films like Chak De India, Crew, Paa, amongst others, passed away on Tuesday, May 26. He was 69. He was also known for appearing in web series like Made in Heaven, Farzi, Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story. Ramakant was the father of actor Yashaswini Dayama, who is best known for shows like Adulting, Delhi Crime, Bandish Bandits, among others. Ramakant passed away following a prolonged illness.

Ramakant’s colleague, Shubhangi Sanjeev Latkar, took to social media to share the news of his demise. Alongside a heartfelt note, Shubhangi also shared a video of Ramakant dancing joyfully to Shammi Kapoor’s dance number “An evening in Paris.”

She shared,

“Today, we lost a truly beautiful soul… and I am simply speechless. Ramakant Daima was not just a dear friend and family friend to me, but someone I deeply admired and respected. Full of life, warmth, and energy. He truly knew how to enjoy life despite every challenge. A spontaneous dancer, a soulful singer, a brilliant actor, and for me, a wise advisor whose words always carried meaning. He may have looked tiny in appearance, but he was one of the strongest and most courageous people I have known. Though we all knew he had been unwell for many months, somewhere in the heart, one never stops hoping…

The entertainment industry grieved the loss of veteran actor Ramakant Daayama, who passed away on May 26. Over the course of a distinguished career spanning films, television and theatre, he earned admiration for his versatility and commanding screen presence.

MUMBAI:

Veteran actor Ramakant Dayama, known for his memorable character roles across films, television and web series, died on May 26 at his Mumbai residence. He was 85.

The actor had reportedly been battling extended health issues and had remained unwell for several months.

News of his passing was confirmed by actor and close friend Shubhangi Latkar, who shared an emotional tribute on social media besides an old video of Dayama singing and dancing.

Calling him a “truly beautiful soul”, Latkar remembered him as a warm, energetic and brave person who brought joy to everyone around him.

“Though we all knew he had been unwell for many months, somewhere in the heart, one never stops hoping,” she wrote.

She also revealed that the two had planned to collaborate again on a Hindi stage play and poetry presentation, plans that now remain incomplete.

Over the years, Dayama built a quiet but influential presence in Indian entertainment, earning respect for the warmth, authenticity and emotional depth he brought to supporting roles.

He was widely recognized for playing Harshad Mehta’s father Shantilal Mehta in Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story, a performance praised for its emotional honesty.

His filmography also included projects such as Chak De! India Farzi, Ram Setu and Brothers, besides numerous television serials and Marathi productions.

Beyond acting, colleagues frequently described him as a spontaneous performer, singer and mentor-like presence on set.

Dayama was also known as the father of actor Yashaswini Dayama.

Tributes continued pouring in from members of the film and television fraternity, as the industry remembered a performer whose contributions silently became part of some of India’s most loved stories.

With his passing, Indian entertainment loses one of its understated yet deeply cherished character actors, a performer whose warmth often lingered long after the scene ended.

Popular television and film actor Ramakant Dayama died today in Mumbai. He was 69. The cause of his death is not known yet. The news of his death was confirmed by co-actor Shubhangi Latkar.

She shared an emotional message with a throwback video. In the video, the senior actor is seen dancing, singing, and having fun with his friends.

“Today, we lost a truly beautiful soul… and I am simply speechless. Ramakant Daima was not just a dear friend and part of my family, but someone I deeply admired and respected. Full of life, warmth, and energy. He truly knew how to enjoy life despite every challenge. A spontaneous dancer, a soulful singer, a brilliant actor, and for me, a wise advisor whose words always carried meaning,” the note read.

“He may have seemed small in appearance, but he was one of the strongest and most courageous people I have known. Although we all knew he had been unwell for many months, somewhere in the heart, one never stops hoping… We had so many unfinished plans. After years, I had truly wished to work with him again. We had decided to do a beautiful Hindi play together. When I requested him, he smiled and said, ‘Let me get well soon.’ We had even planned to present selected beautiful poems together on stage. That dream, too, now remains unfinished…” Shubhangi wrote.

Some losses leave behind a silence that words fail to express. Today feels like one of those days. You will be deeply missed, Ramakant ji. Your warmth, your courage, your art, and your beautiful soul will always remain alive in our hearts. May your soul rest in peace,” she concluded.

Ramakant Dayama acted in films and web shows such as Chak De India, Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story, Ram Setu, Dhanak, Brothers, The Trial, Crew, Farzi, Mumbai Saga, The Chargesheet, and various acknowledged stage productions. He was also a part of daily soaps like Mehndi Wala Ghar, Servicewali Bahu, and Kunwara Hai Par Hamara Hai.