Actor Dinesh Phadnis, renowned for his role as Fredericks on the popular Sony TV series CID, has passed away. His co-star Dayanand Shetty confirmed the news to the Indian Express, stating, "Dinesh passed away at 12.08 am." He had been undergoing treatment at Mumbai's Tunga Hospital, and his final rites are scheduled at Daulat Nagar Crematorium in Borivali East.
Earlier reports had speculated that Dinesh suffered a heart attack, but Dayanand Shetty clarified that Dinesh was actually dealing with liver damage, dispelling the rumours. Phadnis portrayed the role of Fredericks, the jovial and innocent CID officer, alongside Shivaji Satam and Aditya Shrivastava on the show CID.
CID Cast Then And Now
With a genuine interest in Vivek Mashru's activities, people took it upon themselves to track him down. As per his LinkedIn profile, Mashru currently holds the position of Director at the Department of Common Core Curriculum at CMR University, located in Bengaluru. Grateful for the overwhelming love he received, the former actor expressed his heartfelt appreciation to netizens for their support and affectionate response.
Shraddha Musale
The character Dr Tarika was widely recognised for her beauty in the popular show CID. Interestingly, the actor portraying the role seems to have defied the ageing process. Alongside her CID fame, she has been involved in notable projects like All The Best, Khidki, and more. Currently, she is enjoying her life and actively sharing updates with her fans on Instagram. Moreover, she has ventured into entrepreneurship as the founder of FutureTayari, an EdTech startup.
Ansha Syed
Ansha Syed, popularly known for her role as Inspector Purvi, showcased remarkable shooting skills on the television show CID. While she made a significant impact on the series, she continues to captivate audiences through her participation in other well-known Indian television shows, such as CIF. In addition to her noteworthy portrayals of Leelavati in Laagi Tujhse Lagan and Jenny in Rang Badalti Odhani, she is also recognised as a fitness enthusiast.
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