Achyut Potdar, a veteran of Indian cinema and television, passed away on August 18, 2025, in Thane at the age of 91. He was known for his impactful character roles and had acted in over 125 Hindi and Marathi films. While the exact cause of his death still remains undisclosed, it is being reported that it was due to age-related complications. His funeral is set for August 19, 2025, in Thane.
Achyut Potdar was the man behind the 3 Idiot confused professor meme
Achyut Potdar became a household name for his role as a confused yet endearing professor in Rajkumar Hirani’s 3 Idiots. His dialogue, ‘Kehna Kya Chahte Ho?’ became one of the most loved moments of the movie and spawned countless memes and GIFs. His role was brief, but his performance was surely memorable, and in those few seconds, he perfectly captured the humorous disconnect between students and the academic system.
