Suneil Anand, the son of legendary actor Dev Anand, has passed away at the age of 70 in London. He had reportedly been unwell for quite some time and is said to have suffered a heart attack, according to a report by The Indian Express. He is survived by his mother, Kalpana Kartik, and his sister, Devina.
Suneil Anand Death: Family Shares Statement
The news of Suneil's passing was confirmed by his niece, Gina Narang, who shared a heartfelt statement on behalf of the family. “With heavy hearts, our family mourns the passing of Suneil Anand. We are comforted by the outpouring of love, prayers, and support, for which we are truly grateful,” the statement read.
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It added, “We kindly request privacy as we navigate this difficult time together.”
Suneil celebrated his 70th birthday on June 30.
According to journalist Jaideep Pandey, Suneil reportedly suffered a heart attack on Tuesday morning at a London hospital, the same hospital where Dev Anand breathed his last in 2011. His sister Devina Anand had travelled from Mumbai to London two days ago.
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Suneil Anand began his career in the late 1970s and early 1980s, working behind the scenes alongside his father, Dev Anand. He made his acting debut in 1984 with Anand Aur Anand, directed by Dev Anand. He later starred in Sameer Malkan’s Car Thief, Vijay Anand’s Main Tere Liye, and Master, a film he also directed and produced.
Fans Mourn Suneil Anand's Death
“Om Shanti,” said one social media user.
Another added, “Sad to hear this news.”
“Whenever I will play songs of Anand Aur Anand.. will remember him. Great soundtrack.. And Abhijeet was his voice in this movie. Nasha Hai Mujhe Bhi, Waadon Ki Shaam Aayee, Main Awaara Hi Sahi, Mere Liye Soona Soona.. fab songs by R D Burman and Anjaan. Later, Vijay Anand directed him in Main Tere Liye and Sameer Malkan in Car Thief. Nothing worked for Suneil Anand. He also directed a movie…Master,” read a third comment.