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India Gazette
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Gazette
Vindu Dara Singh reveals Mukul Dev struggled with depression after mother's death
New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Vindu Dara Singh, a close colleague of the actor Mukul Dev, expressed grief over the death of the latter and said that Mukul Dev went into depression following the death of his mother. Actor Mukul Dev, known for his versatile roles in Hindi, Punjabi, and South Indian films, as well as television, passed away on Friday night, at the age of 54. The cause of his death has not been disclosed, but his untimely demise has sent shockwaves through the Indian entertainment industry. Speaking to ANI, Vindu Dara Singh said, 'The Son of Sardaar team is in shock. Our movie is releasing soon, and Mukul won't be there to witness its success. He gave such a brilliant performance in the film, and it's the most hilarious movie ever. It's heartbreaking that he won't be there to witness its success.' Vindu further recalled that Mukul had performed exceptionally well in the movie, making everyone laugh with his natural comic timing. 'Mukul had some of the funniest lines in Son of Sardaar 2. When people watch it in the theatre, they will fall down laughing,' Vindu said. The actor also shared that Mukul had been struggling with personal challenges following the death of his mother, which had affected his mental well-being. 'He was very close to his mother, and when she passed away, he became depressed. He didn't have the same person to guide him after her passing,' Vindu told ANI. He also mentioned that Mukul's health had suffered, which led to significant weight gain. However, during the filming of 'Son of Sardaar 2', the team, including Ajay Devgn, encouraged Mukul to walk and exercise, helping him shed some weight and improve his health. Despite his physical transformation, Vindu mentioned that Mukul remained anxious about his health and was particularly fearful of COVID-19. 'He was very scared of COVID. He kept telling me, 'Vindu, I think I have a heart issue,' and I would laugh and say, 'It's all in the mind.' But he was genuinely concerned,' Vindu shared. In his final film, 'Son of Sardaar 2', Mukul was set to deliver yet another memorable performance, though tragically, he will not be present to see the film's release. Vindu Dara Singh posted a heartfelt tribute on his X handle to his late co-star, writing, 'Rest in peace my brother #MukulDev! The time spent with you will always be cherished and #SonOfSardaar2 will be your swansong where you will spread joy and happiness to the viewers and make them fall down laughing!' Actor Manoj Bajpayee, who worked with Mukul in the 1996 film 'Dastak', also took to social media to express his sadness. On Instagram, Bajpayee wrote, 'It's impossible to put into words what I'm feeling. Mukul was a brother in spirit, an artist whose warmth and passion were unmatched. Gone too soon, too young. Praying for strength and healing for his family and everyone grieving this loss. Miss you meri jaan... until we meet again. Om Shanti.' As tributes continue to pour in from fans and colleagues alike, Mukul Dev's legacy will undoubtedly live on through his performances. Mukul Dev's funeral will take place in Delhi today at 5 PM. The family, close friends, and colleagues will gather to pay their final respects to the actor who touched many lives with his talent, humour, and warmth. Mukul Dev, born September 17, 1970, in New Delhi, was one of India's most recognised actors, having worked across Hindi, Punjabi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Bengali, and Malayalam films. He made his debut in the entertainment industry in 1996 with the TV series 'Mumkin' and his film debut the same year with the movie 'Dastak', where he starred alongside Sushmita Sen. Over the years, Mukul became a familiar face in Indian cinema, starring in numerous successful films such as 'Yamla Pagla Deewana', 'Son of Sardaar', 'R... Rajkumar', and 'Jai Ho.' (ANI)
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Mukul Dev passes away: Vindu Dara Singh reveals actor suffered from depression after mother's death
The Indian film industry is in shock following the unexpected death of veteran actor Mukul Dev , who died on Friday evening at 54. Praised for his versatility in Hindi, Punjabi, and South Indian films and TV, Mukul Dev's untimely death has left industry peers and fans stunned. Vindu Dara Singh , Dev's co-star and close friend, told ANI about the seismic shock of Dev's death, unveiling the inner turmoil the actor endured over the last few years. "The Son of Sardaar team is in shock. Our film is coming out soon, and Mukul will not be around to see his film succeed. He played so outstandingly in the film, and it is the funniest film ever. It's tragic that he won't get to see it succeed," said Vindu. Vindu remembered Mukul's impeccable comic timing in their latest film, 'Son of Sardaar 2,' stating that he had some of the most humorous lines in the film. "When people watch it at the cinema, they will roll over laughing." He also went on to state that while making people laugh, Mukul was secretly struggling with grief and depression after the death of his mother. "He was very attached to his mom, and when she died, he fell into depression. He did not have the same individual to take care of him after her death," Vindu disclosed. His mother's death reportedly affected his health, and he started gaining a lot of weight. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Kickstart your new journey with the Honda Shine 125 Honda Learn More Undo But while working on 'Son of Sardaar 2,' the cast and crew, including Ajay Devgn, asked him to take care of himself. We all encouraged him to walk and exercise, and he was able to lose some weight and get his health back on track," Vindu said. However, Mukul's fear of COVID-19 did not subside, especially with his health. "He was extremely fearful of COVID. He used to keep telling me, 'Vindu, I suspect I have a heart problem,' and I would joke and say, 'It is all in the head.' But he was serious," Vindu said. Mukul Dev's last movie, 'Son of Sardaar 2,' will be a tribute to his lasting talent and capacity for making the masses laugh. Vindu remembered his deceased friend on social media with the words, "Rest in peace my brother #MukulDev! Time spent with you will always remain special and #SonOfSardaar2 will be your swansong where you will bring happiness and joy to the viewers and make them fall down laughing!" Messages of condolence have been flooding in from all over the film fraternity. Actor Manoj Bajpayee, who had worked with Mukul in the 1996 film 'Dastak,' posted on Instagram, "It's impossible to put what I'm feeling into words. Mukul was a brother in spirit, an artist whose passion and warmth had no match. Gone too soon, too young. Praying for healing and strength for his family and all those mourning this loss. Miss you meri jaan. till we meet again. Om Shanti.". Mukul Dev will be cremated today in Delhi at 5 PM, with relatives, friends, and colleagues coming together to pay their last respects to an actor who inspired a million through his work, humour, and warmth. Born on September 17, 1970, in New Delhi, Mukul Dev debuted in 1996 with the TV show 'Mumkin' and the film 'Dastak,' and became a regular sight in Indian films shortly thereafter. With a long list of blockbuster hits such as 'Yamla Pagla Deewana,' 'Son of Sardaar,' 'R. Rajkumar,' and 'Jai Ho,' 'Mukul Dev' solidified his status as one of India's favourite actors. 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 .
Mint
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Vindu Dara Singh reveals Mukul Dev battled loneliness, became overweight before death: ‘His daughter wasn't with him'
Vindu Dara Singh mourned the loss of his friend, actor Mukul Dev who passed away in Delhi. He was 54. Vindu revealed that while Mukul did not suffer from any specific health issues, he was lonely after his mother's death. Mukul Dev is one of the popular actors who appeared on several TV shows and in Hindi, Punjabi, and South Indian films. He passed away on Friday night. The cause of his death has not been disclosed. As his demise has sent shockwaves through the industry, Vindu Dara Singh told ANI, "The Son of Sardaar team is in shock. Our movie is releasing soon, and Mukul won't be there to witness its success. He gave such a brilliant performance in the film, and it's the most hilarious movie ever. It's heartbreaking that he won't be there to witness its success." Vindu recalled Mukul's performance in his Son of Sardaar 2 which was supposed to be his comeback film. "Mukul had some of the funniest lines in Son of Sardaar 2. When people watch it in the theatre, they will fall down laughing," he said. The actor revealed Mukul struggled in life after the death of his mother, which affected his mental well-being. "He was very close to his mother, and when she passed away, he became depressed. He didn't have the same person to guide him after her passing," Vindu shared with the news agency. He also mentioned that Mukul had a significant weight gain due to his health issues. However, during the filming of Son of Sardaar 2', the team, including Ajay Devgn told Mukul to walk and exercise so that he could regain his health and also lose some weight at the same time. Vindu mentioned how Mukul was anxious about his health and even fearful of COVID-19. "He was very scared of COVID. He kept telling me, 'Vindu, I think I have a heart issue,' and I would laugh and say, 'It's all in the mind.' But he was genuinely concerned," Vindu said. Earlier today, Vindu Dara Singh posted a heartfelt tribute for Mukul Dev on X, formerly Twitter. "Rest in peace my brother #MukulDev! The time spent with you will always be cherished and #SonOfSardaar2 will be your swansong where you will spread joy and happiness to the viewers and make them fall down laughing," he wrote. Mukul Dev's funeral will take place in Delhi today at 5 PM. Mukul Dev, born September 17, 1970, in New Delhi, was one of India's most recognised actors across the TV and film industry. He worked across Hindi, Punjabi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Bengali, and Malayalam films. He made his debut in the industry with the 1196 TV show Mumkin and also made his film debut in the same year with the movie Dastak, Sushmita Sen and Manoj Bajpayee.
Mint
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Mint
Vindu Dara Singh reveals Mukul Dev struggled with depression after mothers death
New Delhi [India], May 24 (ANI): Vindu Dara Singh, a close colleague of the actor Mukul Dev, expressed grief over the death of the latter and said that Mukul Dev went into depression following the death of his mother. Actor Mukul Dev, known for his versatile roles in Hindi, Punjabi, and South Indian films, as well as television, passed away on Friday night, at the age of 54. The cause of his death has not been disclosed, but his untimely demise has sent shockwaves through the Indian entertainment industry. Speaking to ANI, Vindu Dara Singh said, "The Son of Sardaar team is in shock. Our movie is releasing soon, and Mukul won't be there to witness its success. He gave such a brilliant performance in the film, and it's the most hilarious movie ever. It's heartbreaking that he won't be there to witness its success." Vindu further recalled that Mukul had performed exceptionally well in the movie, making everyone laugh with his natural comic timing. "Mukul had some of the funniest lines in Son of Sardaar 2. When people watch it in the theatre, they will fall down laughing," Vindu said. The actor also shared that Mukul had been struggling with personal challenges following the death of his mother, which had affected his mental well-being. "He was very close to his mother, and when she passed away, he became depressed. He didn't have the same person to guide him after her passing," Vindu told ANI. He also mentioned that Mukul's health had suffered, which led to significant weight gain. However, during the filming of 'Son of Sardaar 2', the team, including Ajay Devgn, encouraged Mukul to walk and exercise, helping him shed some weight and improve his health. Despite his physical transformation, Vindu mentioned that Mukul remained anxious about his health and was particularly fearful of COVID-19. "He was very scared of COVID. He kept telling me, 'Vindu, I think I have a heart issue,' and I would laugh and say, 'It's all in the mind.' But he was genuinely concerned," Vindu shared. In his final film, 'Son of Sardaar 2', Mukul was set to deliver yet another memorable performance, though tragically, he will not be present to see the film's release. Vindu Dara Singh posted a heartfelt tribute on his X handle to his late co-star, writing, "Rest in peace my brother #MukulDev! The time spent with you will always be cherished and #SonOfSardaar2 will be your swansong where you will spread joy and happiness to the viewers and make them fall down laughing!" Actor Manoj Bajpayee, who worked with Mukul in the 1996 film 'Dastak', also took to social media to express his sadness. On Instagram, Bajpayee wrote, "It's impossible to put into words what I'm feeling. Mukul was a brother in spirit, an artist whose warmth and passion were unmatched. Gone too soon, too young. Praying for strength and healing for his family and everyone grieving this loss. Miss you meri jaan... until we meet again. Om Shanti." As tributes continue to pour in from fans and colleagues alike, Mukul Dev's legacy will undoubtedly live on through his performances. Mukul Dev's funeral will take place in Delhi today at 5 PM. The family, close friends, and colleagues will gather to pay their final respects to the actor who touched many lives with his talent, humour, and warmth. Mukul Dev, born September 17, 1970, in New Delhi, was one of India's most recognised actors, having worked across Hindi, Punjabi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, Bengali, and Malayalam films. He made his debut in the entertainment industry in 1996 with the TV series 'Mumkin' and his film debut the same year with the movie 'Dastak', where he starred alongside Sushmita Sen. Over the years, Mukul became a familiar face in Indian cinema, starring in numerous successful films such as 'Yamla Pagla Deewana', 'Son of Sardaar', 'R... Rajkumar', and 'Jai Ho.' (ANI)
Time of India
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Dara Singh warned Vindu about marriage, 'he told me to be very sure'
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) When Vindu Dara Singh married actress Farah Naaz , sister of Tabu, back in 1996, little did he know that his late father Dara Singh's cautionary words would eventually echo with meaning. A father's advice Earlier, in a candid conversation on Siddharth Kannan's YouTube channel, Vindu opened up about his first marriage and shared how Dara Singh had advised him to think carefully before making such a life decision. 'He told me to be very sure,' Vindu said, acknowledging how complex things can become over time in a relationship when personal paths diverge. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Google Brain Co-Founder Andrew Ng, Recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo 'She even used to smoke, while no one in my family did' Vindu opened up about the highs and lows of his time with Farah. The couple had a son, Fateh Randhawa, in 1997, whom Vindu calls the biggest blessing from their union. He shared how, at the beginning, religion and lifestyle differences weren't an issue. 'She never cared about religion… she even used to smoke, while no one in my family did,' he said. But over time, things shifted. Vindu said, 'She became a completely different woman,' marking the beginning of the end for their marriage. Maintaining a friendly relationship: 'She's a wonderful mother' Despite their separation and a tough phase when he was not allowed to see his son for six months, Vindu holds no resentment. 'I forget things easily,' he playfully admitted, adding that he and Farah have since maintained a friendly relationship. 'She's a wonderful mother,' he emphasized. Looking back, Vindu embraces both the joyful and difficult moments, cherishing the bond he still shares with his son while respecting the journey they've all been through. Akshay Kumar to play Dara Singh in a biopic? Vindu Dara Singh's work front On the work front, Vindhu Dara Singh was last seen in 'Bal Naren,' which is a drama movie directed by Pawan Nagpal. The heartwarming drama told the story of a 14-year-old boy who prevented his village from getting any cases of coronavirus.
