January 12, 2025: Anupam Kher recently honored the late actor Satish Kaushik by celebrating his legacy, particularly his role in the upcoming film "Emergency". Kaushik, who tragically passed away last year, portrayed Babu Jagjivan Ram, the former Deputy Prime Minister of India, in the film.
Anupam Kher shared a touching video on Instagram, in which Satish Kaushik spoke about his role in the film and expressed how lucky he felt to play such an important historical figure. The video also highlighted Kaushik's incredible transformation into Jagjivan Ram, with makeup and costume that left a lasting impression.
In his post, Anupam Kher praised Kaushik for his brilliance, saying, "A legendary actor in a historic role--his brilliance will leave an impact forever." Anupam also reflected on their deep bond, describing Kaushik as a witty, generous person who lived life with joy. He mentioned that they both came from humble backgrounds and had built their names through hard work, with Anupam expressing how difficult it was to cope with his untimely loss.
Meanwhile, the film "Emergency", directed by Kangana Ranaut, is set to release on January 17. It delves into a critical period in India's history, focusing on the Emergency declared by then Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. The film stars Kangana Ranaut, Anupam Kher, and Shreyas Talpade, along with Satish Kaushik.
In a separate event, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari attended a special screening of the film in Nagpur, where he praised the team for authentically portraying a dark chapter of India's history. He urged people to watch the film for its excellence in storytelling and its historical significance.
