GufI Paintal, who passed away on Monday, was the casting director of BR Chopra's Mahabharat and had no plans of starring in it himself. But BR Chopra and his team were so impressed with his acting skills, they they insisted on casting him as Shakuni Mama.
Gufi Paintal Health Update: Mahabharat Shukuni Mama, aka Gufi Paintal, who was admitted to a hospital owing to age-related issues, is said to be stable now. His son Harry Paintal, confirmed the news and said that he is recovering and needs more prayers.