Veteran actory, Dinyar Contractor, known for his comic timing and his presence on stage as a theater person, passed away on June 05th 2019, Wednesday, early morning, at the age of 79.
Popularly known for his roles in Khichdi and Tarak Mehta Ka Ulta Chashma, Contractor had been suffering from various age-related ailments, reports India Today.
Contractor had also been conferred upon with the Padma Shri this year, presented to him by President Ramnath Kovind.
Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, and others took to Twitter to express their sorrow and offer condolences.
Padma Shri Dinyar Contractor was special because he spread lots of happiness. His versatile acting brought smiles on several faces. Be it theatre, television or films, he excelled across all mediums. Saddened by his demise. My thoughts are with his family and admirers. pic.twitter.com/yV8JswP1g1
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 5, 2019
He brought bursts of laughter with him wherever he went, he lit up the screen and our lives with his wit & charm. We will miss your presence Dinyar bhai. Rest in Peace Padma Shri Dinyar Contractor – theatre legend, actor par excellence 🙏
— Smriti Z Irani (@smritiirani) June 5, 2019
So many childhood memories are associated with this face, thanks for the lovely memories and bringing smiles. Rest in peace Dinyar Contractor #DinyarContractor @memorable_90s
— Sahil Sayed (@sahilrs_) June 5, 2019
I’m sure every 90s kid knows this guy. pic.twitter.com/f16LBpdWY4
Saddened by the death of Shri Dinyar Contractor – a well known Gujarati theatre artist. He always brought smile to our faces. My condolences to the family members.
— Vijay Rupani (@vijayrupanibjp) June 5, 2019
Rest in Peace Dinyar Contractor Saab !! pic.twitter.com/vg6KTGI4sK
— Saiam Hasan (@HashTagFirullah) June 6, 2019
Dinyar Contractor showed up despite being ill, sat in the first row and was happy to see his student perform. Two days ago, when he was feeling better, I told him whenever I get a standing ovation, I thank two people—God and Dinsu-@IamDelnazzIrani https://t.co/GmwXXCZmFx
— Fenil Seta (@fenil_seta) June 6, 2019
Padma Shri Dinyar Contractor, legendary Parsi-Gujarati theatre and Film Actor, known to bring smiles to millions of faces. RIP#DinyarContractor pic.twitter.com/OuLr3yMwOH
— Geetika Swami (@SwamiGeetika) June 5, 2019
In a second twee, PM Modi talked about how Contractor had been special to the industry.
Padma Shri Dinyar Contractor was special because he spread lots of happiness. His versatile acting brought smiles on several faces. Be it theatre, television or films, he excelled across all mediums. Saddened by his demise. My thoughts are with his family and admirers. pic.twitter.com/yV8JswP1g1
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 5, 2019
He shall be fondly remembered by the friends, film fraternity, fans and most 90s kids for bringing a warmth to any screen he graced. May his soul rest in peace.
