Actor Deepak Parashar who was also a contestant of the first season of Bigg Boss confirmed the death of his uncle on social media. While sharing a pic with the late filmmaker from hospital, taken a few months ago he wrote: My dearest uncle “Mr J Om Prakash”passed away about an hour ago So saddened as he joins his friend, my Mamaji “Mr Mohan Kumar “in heaven ! Their contributions to Indian cinema is a gift they left behind for us ! Took this pic few months ago when went to see him ! Om Shanti,”.
Best known for directing films like Aap Ki Kasam (1974), Aakhir Kyon? (1985), Apnapan (1977), Aasha (1980), Arpan (1983), Aadmi Khilona Hai (1993), J Omprakash also produced box office hit films like Ayee Milan Ki Bela (1964), Aas Ka Panchhi (1961), Aaye Din Bahar Ke (1966), Aankhon Aankhon Mein, Aya Sawan Jhoom Ke (1969) and Aakhir Kyun.
J Omprakash is the father of Pinky Roshan, Hrithik’s mother.
According to reports, Hrithik is said to be very close to his maternal grandfather and has often spoken about his love for him. Earlier in 2016, he even gifted the veteran filmmaker a luxury car.Recently during the promotions of his recent release Super 30, Hrithik had revealed that his nana is his super teacher. "#MySuperTeacher - My Nana who I lovingly call Deda, for the lessons he has taught me at every stage of my life, which I share with my kids now. And Dr Oza, my speech therapist as a child, who taught me to accept my weakness and helped me overcome my fear of stammer," he had tweeted.
Our deepest condolences to the Roshan family at this hour of grief! May the departed soul rest in peace!