Sanjay Gupta's last rites held at Versova crematorium: Celebs arrive to pay last respects
Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta passed away following a head injury at his home, leading to an outpouring of grief from the Indian film industry. Colleagues and friends gathered at the Versova crematorium to pay their final respects.
Why it matters
The death of a notable director marks a significant loss for the Bollywood film community and its creative history.
Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta known for movies like 'Kaante', 'Aatish', 'Shootout At Wadala', 'Shootout At Lokhandwala' among others passed away on October 30 after sustaining a head injury at his Mumbai residence. Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit confirmed the news on X, expressing shock over the sudden loss of his friend.'It's really shocking and sad. Just got the news that our dear friend an ace director @_sanjaygupta is no more. He passed due to a head injury at home. Another talent gone too soon. He was a wonderful narrator, full of life persona & a passionate filmmaker. A great loss to our industry. Will miss you my friend. Condolences to your family & dear ones. Om Shaanti.'Sanjay's close friend Hanif Chunawala also spoke about the circumstances surrounding his death. 'He fell in the kitchen last night and sustained a head injury. Unfortunately, he passed away.
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