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Time of India
2 days ago
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Emotional Goodbye: Hema Malini, Celebs Attend Dheeraj Kumar's Prayer Meet
Bollywood icon Hema Malini joined a solemn prayer meet in Mumbai to honor veteran actor-producer Dheeraj Kumar, who passed away on July 15 at the age of 79 after battling pneumonia. The emotional gathering—attended by industry stalwarts—reflected on his remarkable contributions to film and TV, from 'Roti Kapda Aur Makaan' to mythological hits like 'Om Namah Shivay' .Hema personally offered her condolences to his grieving family, standing among colleagues in a heartfelt display of respect and unity. Stalwarts like Poonam Dhillon and Jackie Shroff also attended the meet. Read More
News18
2 days ago
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Hema Malini, Jackie Shroff Pay Homage To Dheeraj Kumar At Prayer Meet
1/9 The Indian entertainment industry united in grief and remembrance at the prayer meet held for veteran actor, producer, and director Dheeraj Kumar, whose contribution to cinema and television left a lasting legacy. A host of film and television personalities, singers, and political figures attended the solemn occasion to offer their condolences and pay tribute to the Creative Eye Ltd. founder who shaped some of Indian television's most iconic shows. Other prominent names included Poonam Dhillon, Rakesh Bedi, Mukesh Rishi, Deepak Parashar, Tej Sapru, Ramesh Goyal, Raza Murad, Tinaa Ghaai ,Vidhi Ghai and Surendra Pal. Renowned producer Ganesh Jain, singer Padma Shri Soma Ghosh, singer Madhushree, Vivek Prakash, Roli Prakash, actress Eisha Singh, actor Shehzad Khan, and producer Manish Goswami, His Excellency Kobbi Soshani, Consul General of Israel also joined in mourning the loss. Respected industry names like Siddharth Roy Kapur, Munmun Dutta, Ashoke Pandit, Kripa Shankar Singh, and B.N. Tiwari (President, FWICE) were present to express their sorrow. Dr. Dharmendra Kumar, a close family friend, and Sunil Gupta, CFO of Creative Eye Ltd., were also among those who paid homage. The gathering reflected the deep respect and affection Dheeraj Kumar commanded across generations and professions. Known for his work in films during the 70s and 80s and for producing meaningful, family-centric content through Creative Eye, he was widely regarded as a visionary with unwavering integrity. Condolences were extended to his wife Zuby Kochar, and family members Inder Kochar and Ashutosh Kochar, as the industry stood united in honoring the life and legacy of a man who was as loved personally as he was professionally.
Time of India
2 days ago
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- Time of India
Film & TV fraternity pays emotional farewell to Dheeraj Kumar
Hema Malini, Siddharth Roy Kapur and Eisha Singh The Indian entertainment fraternity gathered for the prayer meet of veteran actor, producer and director Dheeraj Kumar , honouring his immense contribution to cinema and television. Bollywood legends Hema Malini and Jackie Shroff were among the many who attended, along with Poonam Dhillon, Rakesh Bedi , Mukesh Rishi, Deepak Parashar, Tej Sapru, Ramesh Goyal, Raza Murad, Tinaa Ghaai, Vidhi Ghai, and Surendra Pal. (Poonam Dhillon at the prayer meet) Also present were producer Ganesh Jain, singers Padma Shri Soma Ghosh and Madhushree, Eisha Singh, Shehzad Khan, producer Manish Goswami, and Kobbi Soshani, Consul General of Israel. Producer Siddharth Roy Kapur, Munmun Dutta, Ashoke Pandit, Kripa Shankar Singh, and B.N. Tiwari (President, FWICE) paid their respects. Close family friend Dr. Dharmendra Kumar and Sunil Gupta, CFO of Creative Eye Ltd., were also in attendance. The gathering reflected the deep admiration Dheeraj Kumar inspired across generations. Known for his 70s and 80s films and for producing meaningful, family-centric shows, he was widely regarded as a visionary with 'unwavering integrity.' Condolences were extended to his wife Zuby Kochar and family members Inder Kochar and Ashutosh Kochar, as the industry stood united in honoring his life and legacy. Emotional farewell: Industry icons salute Dheeraj Kumar one last time
News18
2 days ago
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Hema Malini Pays Final Respects To Dheeraj Kumar At His Prayer Meet
Last Updated: Veteran actress Hema Malini attended the prayer meet for actor-producer Dheeraj Kumar in Mumbai. Veteran actress and politician Hema Malini was seen at the prayer meet of actor-producer Dheeraj Kumar, held in Mumbai on Friday, July 18. She offered her condolences to the grieving family and paid her final respects to the late star. Videos from the prayer meet show Hema interacting with family members and joining others in remembering Kumar. Actor Poonam Dhillon was also present at the gathering. Take a look here: Poonam Dhillon and Jackie Shroff were also present. Dheeraj Kumar passed away on July 15 at the age of 79. He had been suffering from acute pneumonia and was admitted to the ICU of Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai. His close friend and family associate Ajay Shukla confirmed the news, saying, 'He passed away this morning at 11:00 am due to pneumonia at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital. He was unwell and was admitted to the hospital on Saturday as he was having fever, cold and cough. He was admitted to the ICU due to his age." According to a report, Kumar was placed on a ventilator, but doctors were unable to save him. In a statement, his family and production team had earlier said, 'Dheeraj Kumar is under the close supervision of doctors and is undergoing treatment. The family is praying for his speedy recovery and also requests everyone to maintain his privacy during this difficult time." Apart from his film career, Dheeraj Kumar made a lasting impact on Indian television through his production company, Creative Eye Limited. He was behind several successful and long-running TV shows, particularly in the mythological and devotional genre. His banner produced popular series like Om Namah Shivay, Shree Ganesh, Jai Santoshi Maa, and Jap Tap Vrat. These shows were known for their engaging storytelling and spiritual themes, reaching wide audiences across India. One of his last public appearances was at the inauguration of the ISKCON temple in Kharghar, Navi Mumbai. He is survived by his wife, Zuby Kochar. May his soul rest in peace! First Published: July 19, 2025, 11:04 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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2 days ago
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Bigg Boss 18 Fame Eisha Singh Attends Dheeraj Kumar's Prayer Meet
Last Updated: Eisha Singh paid tribute to veteran actor and producer Dheeraj Kumar, who passed away on July 15. Kumar, known for his impactful TV shows, died at 79 due to pneumonia. Television actress and Bigg Boss 18 fame Eisha Singh paid her heartfelt tribute to veteran actor and producer Dheeraj Kumar, who passed away on July 15. On Friday, July 18, Eisha was snapped as she attended the prayer meet of Dheeraj Kumar in Mumbai and paid her last respects. A video of her reaching the venue has circulated on social media. In the video, Eisha Singh was seen visibly emotional as she walked into the lift, avoiding the paparazzi. Previously, several other celebrities were also snapped as they went to pay their respects to the veteran producer. Munmun Dutta, popularly known for her iconic role as Babita Ji in the long-running show Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah, recently paid a heartfelt tribute. Asit Kumar Modi was also snapped arriving at his residence. While talking to news agency ANI, Asit Modi spoke about the demise of the veteran actor and producer. 'The television industry has suffered a great loss with the demise of Dheeraj Kumar. I am very shocked because I had met him just a week ago," Asit Modi said. About Dheeraj Kumar's demise Veteran actor and producer Dheeraj Kumar passed away in Mumbai on July 15. Kumar, who had been battling pneumonia, passed away at the age of 79 at the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital. He was in critical condition and was on ventilator support before his death. In a statement, his family and production team had earlier said, 'Dheeraj Kumar is under the close supervision of doctors and is undergoing treatment. The family is praying for his speedy recovery and also requests everyone to maintain his privacy during this difficult time." Dheeraj Kumar's Television Career Apart from his film career, Dheeraj Kumar made a lasting impact on Indian television through his production company, Creative Eye Limited. He was behind several successful and long-running TV shows, particularly in the mythological and devotional genres. His banner produced popular series like Om Namah Shivay, Shree Ganesh, Jai Santoshi Maa, and Jap Tap Vrat. These shows were known for their engaging storytelling and spiritual themes, reaching wide audiences across India. Over the years, Creative Eye delivered thousands of hours of television content, making it a leading name in the Indian TV industry. Dheeraj also ventured into contemporary fiction with shows like Ishq Subhan Allah, which earned praise for its fresh concept. First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
