Dinesh Phadnis: CID Actor Passes Away at 57 Due to Multiple Organ Failure
Tragic Loss: CID Actor Dinesh Phadnis Succumbs to a Liver Issue at Midnight on Tuesday, Confirmed by Co-Star Dayanand Shetty.
My condolences for the loss. Here’s a revised line: “Renowned for portraying Fredericks on the popular Sony TV series CID, actor Dinesh Phadnis has sadly left us. The confirmation comes from his co-star Dayanand Shetty, who shared, ‘Dinesh passed away at 12:08 am.The actor was undergoing treatment at Mumbai’s Tunga Hospital. His final journey will culminate in the last rites at Daulat Nagar Crematorium, Borivali East.
Dinesh Phadnis brought humour and innocence to his portrayal of CID officer Fredericks alongside Shivaji Satam and Aditya Shrivastava on CID.
Earlier last week, there were reports suggesting that Dinesh had suffered a heart attack. However, Dayanand Shetty, known for his role as Daya in CID, debunked the rumours, clarifying that Dinesh was actually battling liver damage. Shetty explained, ‘Firstly, it wasn’t a heart attack; it was liver damage, which led to his immediate admission to Tunga Hospital, Malad. Over the last two days, his condition had been very critical. As of this morning (Sunday), there’s been no significant improvement, and we’re fervently hoping for his recovery.’
Shetty went on to share, ‘Dinesh was undergoing treatment for a different ailment, but unfortunately, the medication adversely affected his liver. This incident highlights the importance of exercising caution with medications, as one never knows when a seemingly innocuous medicine can lead to a major ailment. It’s a stark reminder to be vigilant and mindful of allopathic treatments.
Dinesh Phadnis brought humour and innocence to his portrayal of CID officer Fredericks alongside Shivaji Satam and Aditya Shrivastava on CID. Reflecting on how he secured the role, Dinesh shared in an interview, “I remember a time when I was grappling for roles, and in my quest for work, I happened to meet B P Singh, the producer of CID. Whether it was pure luck or coincidence, I cannot say. Eventually, he asked me if I’d like to join CID, and that marked the beginning of my journey. Later, I also took up Aahat.”
He added, “Initially, the show lacked humour entirely. Hence, I was chosen to provide the much-needed comic relief. I must say, I received a fantastic response from the audience,” as he expressed to Telly Chakkar.
When contacted by ETimes TV, Dinesh Phadnis’s close friend and co-star Dayanand Shetty confirmed the heartbreaking news, stating, “Yes, it’s true; he is no more.
It must be challenging to be at his residence during such a difficult time. If there’s anything you need or want to talk about, I’m here for you.
Dinesh Phadnis, fondly known as Fredericks, left an indelible mark on the iconic detective show CID, a staple on Indian television. Spanning from 1998 to 2018, his portrayal became synonymous with the show’s success, especially resonating with younger viewers. Beyond CID, he made cameo appearances in the popular sitcom Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah and featured in a few films in cameo roles.
CID holds a special place in the hearts of those born in the 1990s, emerging as one of the era’s most beloved and binge-worthy television shows. Airing on Sony TV, its compelling storylines and stellar cast, including Shivaji Satam, Dayanand Shetty, Aditya Srivastava, Janvi Chheda Gopalia, Hrishikesh Pandey, Shraddha Musale, and others, captivated audiences throughout the 1990s and early 2000s.