Gufi Paintal

Kanwarjit Paintal has sparked a conversation online with a tongue-in-cheek remark about social media and acting. At a time when the industry continues to debate whether talent alone is enough, the veteran actor’s humorous take has struck a chord. Manmeet later revealed that the video was shot in 2023 on the sets of Hukus Bukus.

Gufi Paintal passed away on June 5, his Mahabharat co-actor Puneet Issar recalls how the association lasted even after the show ended.

Gufi Paintal, best known for his portrayal of Shakuni mama in BR Chopra's Mahabharat, passed away yesterday at 79.

Another major loss in the entertainment industry as noted actor Gufi Paintal passed away early this morning. Known for his role as Shakuni Mama in Mahabharat, Gufi Paintal was suffering from health issues and passed away in the presence of his family.

ETimes spoke to the film’s director Hitesh Bhatia about his memories of working with Indian Television’s Shakuni Mama.

Gufi Paintal's demise has left his colleagues shattered. Mahabharat's director Ravi Chopra and Nitish Bharadwaj, who played Lord Krishna, remembered the late actor in a chat with ETimes TV.

Mukesh Khanna remembers his late friend and 'Mahabharat' co-star Gufi Paintal as he mourns his sudden demise.

Gufi Paital, who was best remembered for his role of Shakuni Mama from Mahabharat passed away today (June 5). His co-star from the mythological saga, Mukesh Khanna in an exclusive conversation with ETimes TV recalls the time he spent with the legendary actor.

April 10 was a busy day at the International Children’s Film Festival being held in the city, as some of the kids' favourite actors such as Sudeepa Singh, Siddharth Nigam, Dev Joshi and Gufi Paintal came for the event.

Mahabharat actor Gufi Paintal, who is known for his role of Shakuni Mama has been admitted to the hospital. The veteran actor was in a critical condition. However, his condition is now stable confirmed his son Harry Paintal to ETimes TV.

Charrul Malik recalls the time when she co-hosted a political-cum-entertainment show with veteran actor Gufi Paintal, who passed away on June 5.

The Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), as part of its stay-at-home campaign during the COVID-19 outbreak, has roped in the Doordarshan series' Mahabharat star and casting director Gufi Paintal, who has reprised his cult role of Shakuni mama for the campaign.

Gufi Paintal was a jawan in Indian Army before he turned to acting

Gufi Paintal has been keeping unwell and was admitted to a hospital in Andheri. His nephew Hiten shared how they are all praying for his recovery.

Gufi Paintal, renowned for his role as Shakuni Mama from the Mahabharat, has passed away. He was 80 years old. Gufi had been admitted to the hospital a few days ago and he passed away today morning.

Gufi Paintal, best remembered as the devious Shakuni Mama in the old Mahabharat (1988-1990), will now be seen as Mughal emperor Humayun in Bharat ka Veer Putra — Maharana Pratap.

Delnaaz Irani and Kishwer Merchantt opened up about their fond memories with the late actor Gufi Paintal. Delnaaz had even done theatre plays with him and shares how loving personality he had.

Imagine TV’s “Dwarkadheesh: Bhagwaan Shree Krishn” has entered the iconic era of the Mahabharata.

Imagine TV’s Dwarkadheesh: Bhagwaan Shree Krishn has entered the iconic era of the Mahabharata. The show will now trace the life of Lord Krishna during the phase where the Pandavas and Kauravas announce war against each other.

The actor known for his role as Shakuni mama was in Ahmedabad for Puneet Issar's play Mahabharata - The Epic Tale

Actor Gufi Paintal, who played the iconic character of Shakuni Mama, says they were chartering new grounds back in the day when it came to making the show.

The actor who plays Dhritarashtra in Mahabharat gets good reviews for his character.

Praneet Bhat on different shades of grey on TV and the comparisons with Gufi Paintal.

Ratan Tata shared a special bond with Gufi Paintal, a friendship that began during their college days in Jamshedpur where they were roommates. Paintal fondly remembered their time together, including picnics and drives in Tata's car. He also recalled a touching moment when Tata offered him a ride, highlighting the lasting impact of their friendship.

Ratan Tata, the iconic industrialist, passed away on October 9, 2024, at 86. 'Mahabharat' actor Gufi Paintal remembered their close friendship, sharing that they lived in the same hostel in Jamshedpur. Gufi described Ratan as a "thorough gentleman" and recalled his kindness, including lending his car to Gufi's mother.

The Kapil Sharma Show will take the viewers down the memory lane as the star cast of the most popular show Mahabharat will be seen gracing the show.

Speculations are rife that the epic Mahabharata makes a comeback to TV with the No.1 Hindi channel: Star Plus.

Senior actor Sarabjeet ‘Gufi’ Paintal, 79, died of age-related ailments at an Andheri hospital Monday. His masterful portrayal as the evil, lame Shakuni Mama in B R Chopra’s epic serial ‘Mahabharat’ cast the die for his eternal fame.

Remember Shakuni, from the serial Mahabharata? Actor Gufi Paintal, who essayed that role, is now making his M-Town entry

Avinash Wadhawan’s party to celebrate his parents’ 50th wedding anniversary and his son Samrat’s mundan ceremony was a gala affair