The entertainment world is feeling a quiet ache this week. Actor Riteish Deshmukh announced that his longtime manager, Rajkumar Tiwari, has passed away. The news was shared by a heartbroken Riteish on his Instagram account.
For 22 years, Rajkumar Tiwari wasn’t just a manager; he was Riteish’s steady hand and trusted guide. He helped shape Riteish’s career from its very start. Think of him as the quiet architect behind the scenes. He wasn’t just managing call sheets; he was managing dreams. Tiwari helped Riteish become the star he is today. More than that, he stood by Riteish through thick and thin, through every up and down.
Riteish shared his pain in a heartfelt social media post. He didn’t just call Tiwari his manager. He described him as an older brother and a true part of his family. “You always pointed me in the right direction,” Riteish wrote. “You were there for me when things got tough. You will always be a part of my life.” Riteish also sent his love and support to Tiwari’s sons, Siddharth and Sujit, asking them to stay strong. He posted an old, cherished photo of himself with Tiwari.
Rajkumar Tiwari’s influence wasn’t limited to just one star. He was a familiar and respected name across the industry. He worked with many of Bollywood’s biggest legends. Years ago, Riteish even shared a picture on Twitter that showed Tiwari alongside icons like Vinod Khanna and Firoz Khan. It painted a picture of a man who was truly at home among the greats.
My manager ( my pillar 🏋🏽🎯💪) Mr Raajkumar Tiwari with the two rockstars of our industry. #VinodKhanna ji & #FirozKhan Saab. @YuvrajEnt – pic.twitter.com/BX42CkN5WR
— Riteish Deshmukh (@Riteishd) April 28, 2017
Riteish Deshmukh debuted in the movie ‘Tujhe Meri Kasam’ in 2003. From that very first film, Rajkumar Tiwari was right there. He was a constant source of support, a true backbone for Riteish. Whether it was celebrating a hit film or navigating tough career moments, Tiwari was always by Riteish’s side. His loss leaves a deep void for Riteish and for the wider film community.