Salman Khan mourns Kuku Kohli's death, sends strength to his wife Aruna Irani: ‘My heart goes out to you’
Veteran Bollywood filmmaker Kuku Kohli has passed away at age 77 following a heart attack. Prominent figures in the Indian film industry, including Salman Khan and Ajay Devgn, have expressed their condolences and paid tribute to his legacy.
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Kohli was a significant figure in Bollywood, known for launching the career of major star Ajay Devgn and directing several successful films.
Veteran Bollywood filmmaker Kuku Kohli died following a massive heart attack on Tuesday, August 25. He was 77. Several members of the film fraternity, including Rajpal Yadav, Katrina Kaif and Vicky Kaushal, attended his funeral on Wednesday to pay their final respects. Bollywood superstar Salman Khan also mourned the veteran filmmaker’s demise and extended his condolences to the bereaved family.Salman Khan mourns Kuku Kohli's deathOn Wednesday, Salman took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to express his grief over Kuku Kohli’s death. He wrote, "Rest in peace Kuki ji , Aruna ji, my heart goes out to you. May God give u strength." Kuku is survived by his wife, actor Aruna Irani. He also has two children, Pooja and Karishma, from his first marriage to Rita Kohli. The late filmmaker launched Ajay Devgn’s career with Phool Aur Kaante.
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