Meet Shivaji Satam Aka ACP Padyuman's Wife, Aruna Satam, Kabaddi Champion, Tragic Death To Cancer

The popular show, CID has been ruling the television channels for years. The crime-based show, which was aired on TV channels for more than 20 years, was the longest-running series in India. The show made its comeback in 2025 and has hooked the audience with its shocking twists and turns.

Not just the sow, the stellar cast, including CID, also received a lot of love from the audience. It was 'ACP Pradyuman', played by the legendary actor, Shivaji Satam, who became the most iconic character of the show. It is believed that ACP Pradyuman is going to meet a tragic end in a bomb blast. The reports also stated that since the show was not getting TRPs after its return, the makers reportedly decided to end the ACP’s journey in the show.

Shivaji Satam, who played the lead role in the show, enjoyed a massive fandom among his fans. But the actor had faced the pain of losing his soulmate, his wife, Aruna Satam. Let us read on to learn more about Shivaji Satam’s wife, Aruna.

Who was Shivaji Satam’s wife, Aruna Satam?

Shivaji Satam was married to Aruna Satam, who was a Kabaddi player in Maharashtra’s team. She had also won the Chhatrapati Shivaji Award. Later, Aruna took on the management duties of the same team and became a coach. Once, in a throwback interview, Shivaji praised his wife and said that she has achieved everything in her life.

Shivaji Satam’s marriage with Aruna was arranged by his father

Shivaji Satam, who is hailed as the tough Sherlock Holmes of Indian TV, is totally opposite to his screen persona. Shivaji is a very soft-hearted person, and because of this, he enjoys a lot of respect among his colleagues. The bond Shivaji shared with his wife, Aruna, made people think that the two had a love marriage.

But Shivaji’s marriage with Aruna was fixed by his father. Speaking to Aaj Tak, Shivaji once talked about his marriage and stated that Aruna’s proposal came to his father through a common friend. Since Shivaji’s father was a gymnast, he approved the proposal. After developing a gradual liking for each other, Shivaji and Aruna tied the knot and became parents to two kids.

Aruna Satam’s tragic death shattered Shivaji Satam

Shivaji Satam and Aruna Satam’s married life didn’t last forever, as she was diagnosed with cancer. Throughout the treatment, Shivaji stood with Aruna and became her pillar of strength. Their love story came crashing down when Aruna Satam passed away in 2000 after her seven-year battle with the disease. It was a devastating period for Shivaji, and his co-stars, Nana Patekar and Aruna Irani, stood with the actor during the difficult phase. He raised his kids on his own, juggling along with his shoots.

Shivaji Satam started his career as a bank cashier

Born and raised in Mumbai, Shivaji Satam studied at Antonio D’Souza High School and Barnes High School. He later graduated in Chemistry and also earned a diploma in Business Administration. Before venturing into acting, Shivaji worked as a cashier in a bank for over two decades. However, it was his love for theatre which got him into Marathi plays.

Shivaji didn’t play lead roles in Hindi films, but his supportive roles left a lasting impression on the audience. He added layers to his characters in films like Nayak, Sooryavansham, China Gate, and Taxi No. 9211. Apart from Hindi, Shivaji proved his versatility in Marathi films too.

Shivaji Satam is an inspiration to many as the man didn’t let his personal tragedy affect his work. He carried the onus of the entire show on his shoulder and made it a huge success.

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