‘Hum sang rahe ge’: Sonu Nigam joins Madhu Shah, battling Alzheimer’s, to sing late Satish Shah’s favourite song

Mumbai: The film and television fraternity gathered in Mumbai on Monday to pay their respects to veteran actor Satish Shah, who passed away on Saturday at the age of 74 after collapsing at his residence during lunch. His funeral was held the following day, and the prayer meet brought together family, friends, and colleagues to celebrate his life.

A deeply emotional moment unfolded when singer Sonu Nigam performed Shah’s favourite song, Tere Mere Sapne, from the classic film Guide. Sonu was seen kneeling beside Shah’s wife, Madhu, gently encouraging her to hum along. Madhu, who is reportedly battling Alzheimer’s disease, joined him in singing a few lines, leaving attendees and viewers online visibly moved.

Actor Aanjjan Srivastav shared the video of the performance, describing it as “a beautiful gesture” that transformed the memorial into “a celebration of life.” He added that music has the power to “heal and connect,” recalling how much Satish Shah himself loved melody.

Filmmaker JD Majethia also reflected on the emotional meaning of the song, noting that it symbolised the enduring bond between Satish and his loved ones. “Watch it till the end to know what we all wish to promise Satish Shah — Hum sang hai (we are together),” he wrote.

Social media users reacted with emotion after clips from the event surfaced online. Many praised Sonu Nigam for his sensitivity and warmth, calling the moment “the most beautiful tribute.” One user wrote, “Her last words ‘Hum sang rahe ge’ brought tears to my eyes,” while another said, “This is how you remember a good soul—with love and dignity.”

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Others noted how Sonu’s gesture showed the healing power of music, especially for Madhu Shah, who is coping with Alzheimer’s. “Sonu ji hats off for making her remember things. Music truly has magic,” one comment read.

Satish Shah, known for his iconic roles in Sarabhai vs Sarabhai, Yeh Jo Hai Zindagi, and films such as Kal Ho Naa Ho, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Hum Aapke Hain Koun!, and Main Hoon Na, had undergone a kidney transplant a few months before his death. He had been struggling with health issues but remained in touch with his colleagues and friends from the industry.

The prayer meet served not only as a farewell but as a moving reminder of Shah’s warmth, humour, and musical spirit—qualities that his friends said will continue to live on through those who loved him.