It is indeed sad to know that actor Arvind Trivedi has passed away. The 82-year-old actor who was popularly known for his character of Raavan in Ramayan is no longer with us. The actor was not keeping well for some time and suffered a heart attack on Tuesday night, (5th October).

Expressing his grief, actor Sunil Lahri shared the news on Instagram and wrote,

Bahut dukhad Samachar hai ki Hamare Sabke Pyare Arvind bhai (Ravan of Ramayan) Ab Hamare bich Nahin Rahe. Bhagwan Unki Atma ko Shanti De…I am speechless I lost father figure my guide well-wisher & gentleman…

As per various news reports, his nephew Kaustabh Trivedi shared that the actor’s health deteriorated in the last 3 years and that he had to be in the hospital several times.

Not just Ramayan, the actor has featured in many Hindi and Gujarati films. He also played a significant role in Vikram and Betaal. His demise is indeed a great loss. We offer our deepest condolences to his family and friends. May his soul rest in peace.