Gokhale started his acting career on the Marathi stage and went on to work in various popular Hindi and Marathi films. He is fondly remembered for playing the patriarch in Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam. He also appeared in films like Salim Langde Pe Mat Ro, Bhool Bhulaiyaa, Mission Mangal, Aiyaary among many others. His popular Marathi films include Natsamrat, Lapandav, Kalat Nakalat, Vazir, Bala Gau Kashi Angar, Anumati, Mukta, Me Shivaji Park and AB Aani CD, among others. He made his directorial debut with the 2010 Marathi film Aaghaat.
Vikram Gokhale was honoured with the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 2011. He was awarded with the National Film Award for Best Actor in 2013 for his work in the Marathi film Anumati.
Boman Irani tweeted, "A doyen of Marathi stage and Indian cinema. The master of the dramatic pause and the grandmaster of dialogue delivery…. #VikramGokhale is no more. Watching him on stage had life lessons. Rest in peace. Om Shanti ???."
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Actor Nana Patekar shared a note in Marathi for the late actor which translates as, "Vikram I always bow before you.....will be..There will be no artist and a man like you."
Sachin Tendulkar shared on Twitter, "A veteran of the industry and one of the most versatile actors. My heartfelt tributes to Vikram Gokhale ji and condolences to his family. We shall all miss his presence on the big screen."
Ali Asgar took to Twitter to post, "Alvida Vikram Gokhale Sir ? ? ? You will be missed Sir ? #rip #VikramGokhale Sir."
Amitabh Bachchan took to his blog to post on Sunday, "the days are lined with sadness .. friends and colleagues .. artists of huge merit , leave us day by day .. and we listen see and pray .. ? Tabassum .. Vikram Gokhle and some dear ones that are close and known ..they came to us in our lives .. they played their parts and left the stage empty forlorn and desolate by their absence .. Amitabh Bachchan."
Vikram Gokhale had started his acting journey on Marathi stage and was awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for acting in theatre in 2011. His big-screen journey began in 1971 with Parwana, which also featured Amitabh Bachchan. The two developed a relationship of respect and long-lasting friendship, and went on to share the screen in Agneepath (1990), Khuda Gawah (1992) and AB Aani CD (2020).
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In an earlier interview, Vikram Gokhale had revealed that Amitabh Bachchan had once helped him in securing a roof over his head. He shared with The Times of India that at one point in his life, he was going through a “huge financial crunch and was looking for shelter in Mumbai.” When Big B got to know about the same, he wrote a letter to the then-Chief Minister of Maharashtra Manohar Joshi.
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Kay Kay Menon remembered Vikram Gokhale and tweeted, "#VikramGokhale ji. Thank you for all the inspiration and encouragement! U shall always remain that Special actor with a Special place in our hearts! Om Shanti! Sadgati!"
Abhishek Bachchan took to Twitter and mourned the loss of Vikram Gokhale. He wrote, "Very sad to hear of the passing of Vikram Gokhle ji. A wonderful actor. Remember as a kid watching him work with my father in Agneepath and Khuda Gawah and loving his portrayal of Rajput Khan! My condolences to his family and his fans."
Home Minister Amit Shah wrote on Twitter, "Vikram Gokhale Ji was a very seasoned actor, his demise is deeply saddening. He left an indelible mark on the hearts of all cinema lovers. His work will always be remembered. My condolences to his family, friends and followers. Om Shanti Shanti Shanti."
Sachin Tendulkar tweeted, "A veteran of the industry and one of the most versatile actors. My heartfelt tributes to Vikram Gokhale ji and condolences to his family. We shall all miss his presence on the big screen."
Nimrat Kaur tweeted, "Deepest condolences and prayers to the family and all his loved ones. #VikramGokhale ji’s immeasurable contribution to the world of art will be cherished forever. May he rest in peace and glory. #RIPVikramGokhale ji."
Anil Kapoor shared throwback pictures with Vikram Gokhale and said, "Immensely admired theatre & star actor in Marathi cinema…always looked forward to his performances in the films I have seen..his absence will be felt dearly…my heartfelt condolences to the family."
Raveena Tandon mourned Vikram Gokhale and wrote, 'Om shanti', with folded hands emoticon.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote on Twitter, "Vikram Gokhale Ji was a creative and versatile actor. He will be remembered for many interesting roles in his long acting career. Saddened by his demise. Condolences to his family, friends and admirers. Om Shanti."
Vikram Gokhale's family, friends and fans paid their last respects to the actor in Pune.
Actor Sonali Kulkarni expressed her grief on Instagram and wrote, "Goodbye barrister, Alvida Vikram kaka".
Director Nikhil Mahajan told Etimes, “I consider myself very fortunate that I could direct Vikram Gokhale for 'Godavari'. I have always admired his work and it is been very inspirational.'
Minister of Information and Broadcasting Anurag Thakur expressed his grief on Twitter.
Neena Kulkarni told News18 that Vikram Gokhale has left behind a great legacy what acting is all about for the young generation. "He had varied interests, he loved to read, write and was very interested in people too. That’s why I could call him a friend. I knew I could just pick up the phone at any time and he would be there at the other end to listen to you. To give you advice whether you wanted it or no! That was Vikram. He has left behind a great legacy what acting is all about for the young generation," said Neena.
Delnaaz Irani tweeted, "Sad to hear about the passing of #VikramGokhale Ji, my deepest condolences to the family through this tough time. #RIPSir."
"What a loving,gentle and a kind human being #VikramGokhale ji was.. Really sad to learn about his demise Worked with him right at the beginning of my career in Parivar & then in Nargis Learnt so much from him Om Shanti," television actor Rajev Paul wrote on Twitter.
Harsha Bhogle tweeted, "A very sad day. Goodbye to a great actor. Such a presence on screen. #VikramGokhale."
Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta tweeted, "Rest in peace Sir. You truly were one of a kind."
Manoj Bajpayee mourned the loss of Vikram Gokhale and wrote on Twitter, "Indian cinema lost a gem of an actor. Had the privilege of working with him in Aiyyari and shared few great moments with him on the set ! Saddened to hear about Shri Vikram Gokhale ji’s demise. My thoughts & prayers are with the family."
Comedian Vikram Sathaye tweeted, "#vikramgokhale what screen presence ! Top actor. Sad day."
Member of Parliament Prakash Javdekar tweeted, "Saddened by the demise of veteran actor #VikramGokhale. He was a versatile Actor as well a committed social activist. He left an indelible mark in Marathi, Hindi Theatre &Film industry with his extraordinary performances. My heartfelt condolences to his family. Om Shanti!
"Very sad to know of the demise of Vikram Gokhale ji. Worked with him in films like Bhool Bhulaiyaa, Mission Mangal, had so much to learn from him. Om Shanti ?," shared Akshay Kumar on Twitter.
"Loss of a supremely amazing artist.. Om Shanti ? RIP #VikramGokhale," writes celebrity chef Ranveer Brar.
"My favourite actor Vikram Gokhale is no more. May God rest his soul in peace. Om Shanti Shanti Shanti," wrote Ravi Kishan.
Director Sanjay Gupta shared on Twitter, "Rest in peace Sir. You truly were one of a kind."
"This is to confirm that Mr Vikram Gokhle passed away this afternoon. We would like to thank everyone for their good wishes, support and prayers through this difficult time," his daughter Neha said.
Vikram Gokhale passed away at 77 in Pune's Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital. The actor was hospitalised since November 5.