Advertising veteran Piyush Pandey passed away on Friday, marking a significant loss for the industry. Known widely as an “Ad Guru,” Pandey was celebrated for his profound contributions to Indian advertising over decades.
He was 70 years old at the time of his passing. His death has saddened many across the entertainment and corporate sectors.
Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan and his son, Abhishek Bachchan, attended Pandey’s final rites in Mumbai. Their presence highlighted the widespread respect and reverence held for the advertising icon.
A video showing the father-son duo at the ceremony has circulated online, shared by news agency ANI. Both actors appeared somber as they paid their respects.
#WATCH | Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan at the last rites of ad-man Piyush Pandey in Mumbai pic.twitter.com/LwemgFyrFq
— ANI (@ANI) October 25, 2025