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Veteran actor Sudhir Dalvi is hospitalised with severe sepsis. As his medical bills rise, Riddhima Kapoor Sahni has stepped up to support his treatment.
Riddhima Kapoor Sahni donates for ailing actor Sudhir Dalvi.
Veteran actor Sudhir Dalvi, loved by generations for playing Sai Baba on screen, is currently in hospital and fighting a serious health battle medically known as sepsis. As medical bills continue to rise, help has begun to arrive from within the film world — and one of the first to step forward is Riddhima Kapoor Sahni.
The 86-year-old actor has been admitted to Lilavati Hospital, Mumbai since October 8, 2025. He is undergoing treatment for severe sepsis, a life-threatening infection that has pushed his health into a critical state. According to reports, the expenses have already crossed Rs 10 lakh, and may reach Rs 15 lakh as treatment continues.
Family Seeks Support
Dalvi’s family has reportedly expressed worry about the mounting costs and appealed for financial help from fans and the industry. The news has sparked concern online, with many remembering how deeply his work impacted their lives.
Ranbir Kapoor’s sister Riddhima Kapoor Sahni Extends Help
Among those who responded to the social media post was Ranbir Kapoor’s sister, Riddhima Kapoor Sahni. She donated and wished Dalvi strength and recovery. She wrote under the post urging support. “Done 🙏🏻 wishing him a speedy recovery.”
However, one user questioned why she commented if she had donated, saying, “Why did u mention here if you have helped .. footage chahiye?”
Riddhima shut down the trolling with a calm but firm reply, “Everything in life is not about optics– Helping someone in need and in whatever capacity you can is the biggest blessing.”
A Legacy That Lives On
Sudhir Dalvi remains a treasured figure in Indian cinema and television. His portrayal of Sai Baba in the 1977 classic Shirdi Ke Saibaba continues to be celebrated. The TV serial made him a familiar face on Indian television. His calm and kind screen presence touched many viewers, and people still remember him for that role even today.
He also impressed audiences as Rishi Vashishtha in Ramayan (1987), and appeared in films like Junoon (1978) and Chandni (1989).
His last film appearance was Xcuse Me (2003), followed by Woh Huye Na Hamare in 2006. As prayers pour in, fans across the nation are hoping he pulls through this difficult time.
Shreyanka Mazumdar is Chief Sub Editor of the entertainment team at News18. With an unbridled passion for all things Bollywood, she loves deep-diving into the glitz and glamour of the entertainment world, bring…Read More
Shreyanka Mazumdar is Chief Sub Editor of the entertainment team at News18. With an unbridled passion for all things Bollywood, she loves deep-diving into the glitz and glamour of the entertainment world, bring… Read More
October 29, 2025, 19:37 IST
