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India.com
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Mukul Dev's Last Instagram Post Was About 'Dark Forebodings': 'If Your Head Explodes…'
New Delhi: Famous top model-turned-actor Mukul Dev's sudden death has left the industry people and his fans in a state of shock. He died on Friday, May 23, 2025 morning. The dashing star featured in a several Bengali, Malayalam, Kannada, and Telugu films. Not many know that he was a trained pilot from the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi. Mukul's last chilling Instagram post was shared on February 26, 2025. He posted a glimpse from his two-seat, single-engine, high-wing airplane. Surrounded by clouds, he watched the setting sun and the caption of the video reads: 'And if your head explodes with dark forebodings too…. I'll see you on the dark side of the moon. #crosscountry." The karaoke version of Pink Floyd's 'Dark Side Of The Moon' played in the background. He would often post throwback posts and anecdotes from his flight training. Mukul had been ill for the past few days and was admitted to the ICU. Despite all efforts, he could not recover. He is survived by his elder brother, actor Rahul Dev and daughter. The exact cause of his death has not been disclosed yet. His close friend and actor Vindu Dara Singh's video with Mukul Dev from Son Of Sardaar 2 shooting also caught attention amid his death news. Mukul Dev made his acting debut on TV with a serial named Mumkin in 1996. He also acted in Doordarshan's Ek Se Badh Kar Ek, a comedy Bollywood countdown show. He was also the host of Fear Factor India Season 1. He made his Bollywood debut in 1996 with Dastak, a film which also introduced Miss Universe 1994 Sushmita Sen. More recently, he played supporting roles in the Hindi films Yamla Pagla Deewana (2011), Son of Sardaar (2012), R... Rajkumar (2013) and Jai Ho (2014). Shortly before his death, he shot for Son of Sardaar 2 which will mark his final film appearance. May his soul rest in peace!
NDTV
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Salman Khan Pays Tribute To Jai Ho Co-Star Mukul Dev: "Miss You, My Dear Brother"
New Delhi: Salman Khan paid tribute to his Jai Ho co-star Mukul Dev, who died at the age of 54 on Friday night. Salman Khan remembered the late actor by sharing an old photo from the sets of their 2014 film Jai Ho on his Instagram Stories. Alongside the picture, he wrote, "Miss you, my dear brother Mukul. Rest in peace." The final rites of Mukul Dev were performed on May 24 at the Lodhi Crematorium in Delhi's Nizamuddin area. Mukul was last seen in the Hindi film Anth The End. He was the younger brother of actor Rahul Dev. Born in New Delhi to a Punjabi family, Mukul Dev had roots in a village near Jalandhar. His father, Hari Dev, served as an assistant commissioner of police and introduced him to Afghan culture. He was fluent in Pashto and Persian. Mukul Dev's first experience with performance came while he was in Class 8, when he impersonated Michael Jackson in a dance show organised by Doordarshan. He received his first pay cheque for this act. He was also a trained pilot, having studied at the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi. Mukul began his acting career in television with the serial Mumkin in 1996, playing the role of Vijay Pandey. He later appeared in Doordarshan's Ek Se Badh Kar Ek, a Bollywood countdown comedy show, and also hosted the first season of Fear Factor India. He made his film debut with Dastak, where he played ACP Rohit Malhotra. The film also marked the acting debut of former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mukul Dev's last Instagram post spoke of dark forebodings: 'I'll see you on the dark side of the moon'
Actor Mukul Dev's recent passing at 54 has brought renewed attention to his final Instagram post. The post, featuring a video from an aircraft cockpit, included lyrics from Pink Floyd's 'Brain Damage,' creating a haunting echo. Before his acting career, Mukul was a trained pilot and ran an aeronautical training institute, showcasing his lifelong passion for aviation alongside his versatile acting roles in multiple film industries. Actor Mukul Dev , who passed away at the age of 54 in New Delhi on Friday, left behind a chilling final Instagram post that has now drawn fresh attention. A trained pilot and aviation enthusiast, Mukul had shared a video from inside the cockpit of an aircraft just months before his demise. The video, posted on February 26 this year, captured a serene moment above the clouds, but it was the caption that now feels haunting. A Grim Echo from the Skies Quoting lyrics from Pink Floyd's 'Brain Damage', Mukul wrote, 'And if your head explodes with dark forebodings too.... I'll see you on the dark side of the moon. #crosscountry.' He also added Dark Side of the Moon as the background music, underlining a sense of somber reflection. 00:29 Mukul Dev talks about being the bad boy of Bollywood A Life in the Skies and Onscreen Mukul Dev's passion for flying was not just a hobby — it was a professional chapter of his life. After completing aviation training at the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi (National Flying Academy) in Raebareli, Uttar Pradesh, he worked as a commercial pilot for nearly a decade. He even ran an aeronautical training institute in Delhi, helping to shape young aviation professionals. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo However, Mukul eventually pivoted fully to acting, building a multifaceted career in Hindi, Punjabi, and South Indian cinema as well as television. (Picture Courtesy: Facebook) A Versatile Actor Across Industries Born on September 17, 1970, in New Delhi, Mukul Dev debuted in the entertainment world with the 1996 TV series 'Mumkin'. That same year, he made his Bollywood film debut in the psychological thriller Dastak, alongside Sushmita Sen. Over the years, Mukul appeared in a wide range of films, including 'Son of Sardaar', 'R… Rajkumar', 'Jai Ho', and numerous regional language hits spanning Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Bengali, and Malayalam industries. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Kishwer Merchant remembers late friend Mukul Dev; says 'talking about your daughter used to be your favourite thing'
The unexpected passing of television and Bollywood actor Mukul Dev has left his family, friends, and industry peers in deep shock. As per reports, the actor had been unwell and hospitalised for the past 8–10 days before he breathed his last on May 23. Actress Kishwer Merchant , who had worked with Mukul Dev before and knew him well, is deeply saddened by the news of his death. The actress shared a story on her Instagram account, remembering the late actor and expressed his grief at his sudden demise. She wrote, "Had not met u since ages... but a picture of u would always bring a smile on my face... kaise u use to imitate me, make fun of me, your stories, your energy during night shifts, and how talking about your daughter use to be Ur favourite thing!" She further added, "Mukli is what I called u, today your pic has made me sad... very sad! RIP my friend! Strength to your family to deal with this unbearable loss!" Mukul's last rites took place in Delhi today in the presence of his close family and friends. His brother Rahul Dev looked devastated at the last rites. Mukul Dev, who most recently appeared in the Hindi film Anth The End, was the sibling of actor Rahul Dev. Hailing from New Delhi, Mukul belonged to a Punjabi family with origins in a village close to Jalandhar. Apart from acting, he was also a trained pilot, having completed his aviation training at the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi. He began his acting career on television in 1996, portraying Vijay Pandey in the serial Mumkin. He also appeared in Doordarshan's popular comedy Bollywood countdown show Ek Se BadhKar Ek. Mukul later hosted the first season of Fear Factor India and made his film debut with Dastak, where he played ACP Rohit Malhotra. The film was notable for also launching former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen in her acting career. Rakesh Bedi, Kishwer Merchant visit Ahmedabad
News18
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Salman Khan Will Miss 'Dear Brother' Mukul Dev, Mourns Jai Ho Co-Star's Death
Last Updated: Veteran actor Mukul Dev passed away at 54 in Delhi after a brief illness. Brother Rahul Dev performed the last rites. Salman Khan, co-stars, and fans mourn his loss. Veteran actor Mukul Dev, who left an indelible mark across Hindi, Punjabi, and Telugu cinema, passed away on May 23 in New Delhi at the age of 54. The actor had been battling a brief illness and was admitted to the ICU for over a week. His health deteriorated late Friday night, leading to his untimely demise, which has sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry. Paying tribute, superstar Salman Khan—who shared screen space with Mukul in the 2014 film Jai Ho—took to Instagram Stories and shared a still from the film featuring the two actors. 'Miss you my dear brother Mukul. Rest in peace," the Sikandar actor wrote, expressing his sorrow. Mukul's funeral was held on May 24 at Lodhi Crematorium in Delhi's Nizamuddin area. In heart-wrenching visuals that emerged online, his brother, actor Rahul Dev, was seen performing the final rites, surrounded by grief-stricken family members and close friends. The emotional scenes resonated deeply with fans and peers, many of whom took to social media to remember the late actor's generosity, warmth, and immense talent. Rahul confirmed the news via an Instagram Story earlier in the day. Sharing a heartfelt message alongside a photo of Mukul, he wrote, 'Our brother Mukul Dev passed away peacefully at New Delhi last night… He's survived by his daughter Sia Dev. Missed by siblings Rashmi Kaushal, Rahul Dev and nephew Sidhant Dev. Please join us for cremation at 5 PM." Mukul Dev began his acting journey in 1996 with the TV serial Mumkin, where he portrayed the role of Vijay Pandey. Over the years, he made a lasting impression through roles in popular shows like Gharwali Uparwali, Kasshish, Ssshhhh…Phir Koi Hai, and Kumkum – Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan. His film credits include hits like Yamla Pagla Deewana, Son of Sardaar, R… Rajkumar, and Jai Ho, where he consistently brought depth and charisma to every character. Born into a Punjabi family in Delhi, Mukul was more than just an actor. A licensed commercial pilot, he trained at the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi in Uttar Pradesh and flew professionally for nearly ten years. He also ran an aeronautical training institute in Delhi, juggling his dual passions for aviation and the performing arts with grace and discipline. Mukul Dev is survived by his daughter, Sia Dev. His death marks the loss of not just a gifted performer but a cherished presence in Indian cinema and television. His legacy will live on through his work, his family, and the countless lives he touched. First Published:
