Veteran actor Viju Khote passes away

Viju Khote, a popular actor in Marathi cinema, breathed his last in the early hours of Monday. He was 77. The actor, who is popular for his role of 'Ashi Hi Banwa Banwi' of 1988 has appeared in several Marathi and Bollywood films and numerous television shows and plays.
Viju Khote hailed from a family of artists. His sister Shubha Khote is an actress and his father Nandu was a noted stage actor and in silent movies.His sister-in-law Durga Khote was also an actress. He started his acting career with 'Ya Malak' in 1964.
Viju Khote made a huge fanbase for himself with unique comedy. The news about his sudden death has come as a rude shock to many of his fans and celebs in the Hindi and Marathi film industry.
We offer the family our heartfelt condolences.