Abhishek Bachchan’s moving goodbye to his 27-year companion on set: "He was the first person whose......."

Abhishek Bachchan opened up about a deeply personal loss on Sunday after the passing of his longtime makeup artist, Ashok Sawant. The actor shared a moving post on social media, remembering the man who had been by his side since the very beginning of his journey in films. For Abhishek, Ashok dada wasn’t just a member of his crew. He was family.

A Bond Built Over 27 Years

Abhishek wrote that Sawant had been doing his makeup since his very first film. Their association spanned nearly three decades, and in that time, their bond only grew stronger. Sawant’s roots with the Bachchan family went even deeper. His elder brother, Deepak Sawant, has been Amitabh Bachchan’s makeup artist for almost 50 years.

In his post, Abhishek shared that despite Ashok dada’s health struggles in recent years, he remained committed to the actor’s work. Even on days he couldn’t make it to set, he checked in without fail, wanting to be sure everything was handled just the way he would have done it.

A Gentle Presence On Set

The actor recalled how Sawant always carried warmth with him, whether through his smile, his familiar hugs, or even the snacks he lovingly packed, namkeen chivda and bhakarwadi tucked into his bag for Abhishek. One of the most emotional details the actor revealed was his ritual of touching Ashok dada’s feet before the first shot of every film. It was his way of seeking blessings and grounding himself before stepping into a new role. “From now on I will have to look up to the heavens,” he wrote, acknowledging that this cherished tradition will now live on only in memory.

An Irreplaceable Loss

The news of Sawant’s passing drew condolences from several industry colleagues, including Remo D’Souza, Lara Dutta, Jackie Shroff, Aahana Kumra, Zoya Akhtar, Bosco Martis, and others. The comment section under Abhishek’s post quickly filled with tributes for the late artist, who was remembered not only for his craft but for the kindness he shared with everyone he met.

Abhishek ended his note with a message filled with love, gratitude, and the weight of grief. He thanked Ashok dada for his care, his dignity, and the support that never wavered through the highs and lows of nearly 30 years.

On the work front, Abhishek is gearing up for films like Raja Shivaji and King, where he is reportedly set to play the antagonist.