Veteran film and TV actor Ramakant Dayama dies at 71
Veteran actor Ramakant Dayama has passed away at the age of 71 after a prolonged illness. He was known for his roles in popular films and series such as Chak De India and Scam 1992. Dayama is survived by his wife and daughter, who is also an actress.
- ▪Ramakant Dayama died at the age of 71 after a prolonged illness.
- ▪He was known for his performances in Chak De India and Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story.
- ▪Dayama is survived by his wife, Dr. Asha Naithani, and daughter, Yashaswini Dayama.
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Veteran actor Ramakant Dayama, known for his performances in Chak De India, Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story and Ram Setu, has died after a prolonged illness, a family friend said. He was 71.Dayama had been unwell for several months, but the exact cause of his death is not known. His last rites were carried out on Tuesday (May 26, 2026). How Kannada cinema failed the talented Dileep RajA familiar face in the industry, Dayama was widely appreciated for his versatile performances over the years.In Chak De! India, he played an official associated with the Indian Hockey Federation, while in Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story, he portrayed Shantilal Mehta, father of stockbroker Harshad Mehta.He is survived by his wife, Dr.
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