The film industry is mourning the loss of veteran actor Deb Mukherjee, father of filmmaker Ayan Mukherjee, who passed away at the age of 83. After being unwell for several days and hospitalized, he breathed his last at 9:30 am. His funeral was held at 4 pm at the Pawan Hans crematorium in Mumbai, with several celebrities in attendance, including Alia Bhatt, Shaheen Bhatt, Anil Kapoor, Karan Johar, and Salim Khan.
However, it was Hrithik Roshan who stole the show, as the ‘War’ actor was spotted with a leg injury. Despite his condition, Hrithik decided to pay his respects to the late actor, showcasing their close bond. His presence at the funeral highlighted the strong relationship he shared with Deb Mukherjee. Fans were surprised to see Hrithik, who was using a walking aid due to his injury, and many couldn’t help but appreciate his dedication to paying his respects.
Born on November 22, 1941, in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, Deb Mukherjee hailed from a prestigious film family. His father, Shashadhar Mukherjee, was a filmmaker who started his career with ‘Bombay Talkies’ in the 1930s and later co-founded Filmistan Studio in 1943. He also established Filmalaya in the 1950s. Deb Mukherjee’s mother, Satidevi Mukherjee, was the sister of legendary actors Ashok Kumar, Anoop Kumar, and Kishore Kumar.
Deb Mukherjee’s own filmography boasts an impressive array of movies, including ‘Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar’, ‘Abhinya’, ‘Ek Bar Muskurado’, ‘Aansu Ban Gaye Phool’, ‘King Uncle’, ‘Kaminey’, and ‘Main Tulsi Tere Aangan Ki’. He left an indelible mark on Indian cinema, and his contributions will be remembered for years to come. The cause of his death is believed to be age-related illnesses, with speculations suggesting that cancer might have been the reason.
Deb Mukherjee was married twice, first to a woman with whom he had a daughter, Sunita, who is now married to filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker. His second marriage was to Amrit Mukherjee, with whom he had Ayan Mukherjee, who has directed films like ‘Wake Up Sid’, ‘Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani’, and ‘Brahmastra’. The news of Deb Mukherjee’s passing marks the end of an era in Indian cinema, but his legacy will continue to inspire future generations.
Hrithik Roshan’s Fans Left Surprised
The news of Deb Mukherjee’s demise has sent shockwaves throughout the film industry, with many taking to social media to pay their respects to the late actor. Hrithik Roshan’s fans, in particular, were left surprised by his dedication to attending the funeral despite his injury. The actor’s commitment to honoring Deb Mukherjee’s memory has only added to his reputation as a devoted and respectful individual.
Deb Mukherjee’s Filmography
Some of Deb Mukherjee’s notable films include:
- Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar
- Abhinya
- Ek Bar Muskurado
- Aansu Ban Gaye Phool
- King Uncle
- Kaminey
- Main Tulsi Tere Aangan Ki
Deb Mukherjee’s Two Marriages
Deb Mukherjee was married twice, first to a woman with whom he had a daughter, Sunita, who is now married to filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker. His second marriage was to Amrit Mukherjee, with whom he had Ayan Mukherjee, who has directed several successful films. Despite his personal life being relatively private, Deb Mukherjee’s contributions to Indian cinema will always be remembered and cherished.
