Shabana Azmi’s tribute to Farooq Shaikh on his death anniversary: It has been a decade since their last show together

Commemorating the solemn occasion of Farooq Shaikh's death anniversary, veteran actress Shabana Azmi poured her heart out in an emotional tribute to her dear friend. Remembering the illustrious actor, who left a memorable mark on Bollywood, Azmi took to her Instagram on December 28 to share a heartfelt note alongside a cherished picture of the late actor.

Recalling their final performance together in the iconic play 'Tumhari Amrita,' staged against the backdrop of the majestic Taj Mahal almost a decade ago, Azmi reminisced about their shared moments and the profound bond they shared for over four decades. Expressing the depth of her loss, she recounted an emotional conversation with Shaikh, where they contemplated ending their longstanding play, only for him to playfully propose continuing it for another 22 years.In her moving tribute, Azmi penned, "14 days later, you were gone... and with it were washed away a deep friendship of 40 years. I can never play Amrita again with my Zulfi gone. I miss you, Firkee."

Farooq Shaikh's untimely departure in 2013 due to a heart attack left a void not only in the industry but also in the hearts of his admirers. Following Azmi's heartfelt post, fans inundated the comments section, sharing their emotions and fond memories of the charismatic actor. Many expressed their admiration for Shaikh's magnetic on-screen presence and his ability to infuse humor, simplicity, and charm into his roles, making an unforgettable impact on multiple generations of moviegoers.