Bollywood actor Dinyar contractor passed away yesterday. he said goodbye to this world at the age of 79 years and he was also not well for quite a few days. Yesterday evening, the actor's last rites were made at the Prayer Hall in Worli, Mumbai. He had worked in successful films like ' Khiladi', ' Darar', ' Badshah ', ' Bazigar' and ' 36 China Town '. The PM had also been in dire mourning over his demise.

Let me tell you that he had also worked in the popular show of small screen. He also worked in several popular TV shows and talking about Dinyar's acting career, he started his career as a theatre artist. He is said to have worked more in Gujarati and Hindi play.

PM Modi has condoled the demise of actor Dinyar contractor saying that "Padma Shri Dinyar contractor was special as he had spread a lot of happiness and his versatile portrayal had also flashed smiles on many faces. Whether it was theatre, television or films, he excelled in all the mediums and I am deeply saddened by his demise. My thoughts are with his family and fans."

On his demise, women and Child Welfare Development Minister Smriti Irani shared her condolences on her Twitter account by a tweet. She wrote on Twitter, "he made a laugh wherever he went, he has influenced the screen and our lives with his wit and charm. We will remember your presence, dinar bro. May God give peace to your soul, Padma Shri Dinyar contractor. "

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