Mumbai, Oct 31: The Hindi film fraternity mourned the sudden passing of director Sanjay Gupta, who breathed his last following an unfortunate domestic accident at his Mumbai home. He was 59 years old.
Authorities at the Versova Police Station stated that the director slipped inside his house, resulting in a severe head injury. Senior Police Inspector Deepshikha Ware maintained that initial police procedures have been initiated through an Accidental Death Report, with no foul play indicated in preliminary findings.
Colleagues and industry leaders expressed profound sadness at the news. Filmmaker Ashok Pandit stated on social media that the departure of such a talented creative force represents a profound loss for the film world, remembering him as a dedicated storyteller.
Known for redefining the aesthetic of Mumbai-centric crime thrillers, Sanjay Gupta delivered several memorable cinematic projects after making his debut with ‘Aatish’. His notable works include the multi-starrer 2002 hit ‘Kaante’, alongside major releases like ‘Shootout at Lokhandwala’ and ‘Kaabil’, which established his reputation as one of the industry’s premier action filmmakers.
