Overview
- Colleague Shubhangi Latkar publicly confirmed Dayama’s death on social media and shared an emotional video tribute that recalled his warmth and unfinished plans.
- The death occurred on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, and multiple outlets report he had been unwell for months though no official medical cause has been released.
- Cine & TV Artistes’ Association (CINTAA) issued an official condolence, described Dayama as a respected former executive committee member, and posted viewing and cremation logistics in Mumbai.
- Dayama built a long career as a dependable character actor across film, television, web series and theatre with notable credits including Chak De! India, Scam 1992 and Ram Setu, and he appeared in widely seen commercials.
- He is survived by his daughter, actor and influencer Yashaswini Dayama, and his passing has renewed public attention on the vital but often low-profile role of character actors in Indian entertainment.