On July 1, noted Gujarati film and theater actor Arvind Rathod breathed his last at his residence in the Paldi area of Ahmedabad, Gujarat, of age-related complications.
A native of Bhavnagar in Saurashtra, Rathod was 83 and is survived by his niece-in-law Jagruti and her son Rhythm.
"Uncle was bed-ridden for some time now. He was diagnosed with COVID-19 a few months ago but had recovered. However, due to age-related issues, he was bed-ridden after that," revealed Jagruti.
Rathod was unmarried and after leaving acting in Mumbai, he had shifted to Ahmedabad with his nephew.
Known for his roles as a
villain in Gujarati films, Rathod was also popular in Gujarati theater. He had acted in Hindi films as well. Before starting
his career as an actor, Rathod had worked as a photojournalist.