Actor Anup Soni pays tribute to Nitesh Pandey, his co-star in the popular television show ‘Saaya’, by sharing a throwback picture from the series.
The Untimely Demise
Nitesh Pandey’s sudden and unexpected death has shocked the entire industry. The renowned television actor was found dead in a hotel room in Igatpuri, Nashik. He passed away due to a heart attack around 2 AM. During his funeral, his devastated family mourned his loss, leaving a heartbreaking sight. Nitesh, aged 51, is survived by his parents, wife Arpita Pandey, and son Aarav.
Co-Stars Express Grief
Numerous celebrities who had the opportunity to work with Nitesh expressed their sorrow and broke down upon hearing the news of his untimely demise. Anup Soni, who shared the screen with Nitesh in ‘Saaya’, posted a picture from the show as a tribute to his oldest co-star. The photo features Nitesh, R Madhavan, Anup Soni, Achint Kaur, and Mansi Joshi.
Cherished Memories

Rupali Ganguly, Nitesh’s co-actor in the show ‘Anupamaa’, shared fond memories of their bond. She mentioned that Nitesh was the only industry friend who stayed in constant touch with her, apart from Delnaaz and Sarabhais, during her sabbatical.
A Celebrated Career
Nitesh Pandey had been a prominent face in the television industry for over two decades. Hailing from Almora Kumaon in Uttarakhand, he began his journey with theater in 1990. In 1995, he landed the role of a detective in ‘Tejas’. Throughout his career, he appeared in notable serials like ‘Manzilein Apani Apani’, ‘Astitva…Ek Prem Kahani’, ‘Saaya’, and ‘Durgesh Nandini’. Nitesh also made contributions to the film industry, receiving acclaim for his work in the National Award-winning film ‘Khosla Ka Ghosla’. He was also seen in ‘Om Shanti Om’ and ‘Badhaai Do’.
Remembering Nitesh Pandey
Rupali Ganguly, Nitesh’s co-actor in ‘Anupamaa’, reminisced about her friend and Anupamaa co-star, describing him as protective of her. The news of Nitesh Pandey’s death has left a void in the industry. Anup Soni’s heartfelt tribute and the memories shared by his colleagues serve as a testament to his impact on the television world.
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