Prominent and veteran actor Gufi Paintal, renowned for his role as Shakuni Mama in Mahabharat, passed away at the age of 78 on June 5. His demise follows a period of health issues. The announcement was shared by his son, Harry Paintal, through a heartfelt note. He wrote, “With profound grief we announce the sad demise of our father Mr. Gufi Paintal (Shakuni Mama). He passed away peacefully this morning surrounded by family.” He also acted in many popular Bollywood films like Rafoo Chakkar, Des Pardes, Dillagi, Maidan-E-Jung, Daava, amongst others.