Mandira Bedi had been married to Raj Kaushal since 1999. He was a writer, director, and producer and helmed three films in his career including ‘Pyaar Mein Kabhie Kabhie’ and ‘Anthony Kaun Hai’. He was also popular for producing the film ‘My Brother Nikhil’.
Raj Kaushal passed away at 4.30 AM today after suffering from cardiac arrest, reports Ths Indian Express. Actor Rohit Roy, who stood by a grieving Mandira Bedi, said:
“Raj passed away this morning, around 4.30 am, he had a heart attack. He was at home, by the time the family could get any medical help, Raj had gone.”
Many celebrities from the entertainment industry, including Neha Dhupia, Anupam Kher, Tisca Chopra and Manoj Bajpayee, offered their condolences, reports India Today. Have a look:
Deeply saddened & shocked to know about the sudden demise of #RajKaushal! A friend, a film maker & a very positive man. Have some great memories of working with him & spending time with him few years back. Sorry dearest @mandybedi & family for your irreparable loss. 🙏#OmShanti pic.twitter.com/HrzULdJhYd
— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) June 30, 2021
Today I lost a very dear friend, my condolences to his family. Known Raj Kaushal, for years, done a film with him, enjoyed every minute of his company. I have never seen a frown on his face, he was always smiling, always there if you needed him…will miss you brother… RIP. pic.twitter.com/5HpVNvxJ8r
— Arshad Warsi (@ArshadWarsi) June 30, 2021
No news can be more shocking and tragic for us personally than loosing our dear friend and a fantastic human being Raj kaushal !! It will definitely take time to come to terms with this loss!! Rest in peace my friend 🙏
— manoj bajpayee (@BajpayeeManoj) June 30, 2021
Deepest condolences to Mandira Ma’am, her children and their family. This is so shocking. Rest in peace #RajKaushal sir. 💔
— kriti kharbanda (@kriti_official) June 30, 2021
Raj was one of the first and nicest people I met in the industry. Dearest @mandybedi you are not alone in your grief. Prayers and strength to you, Vir and Tara. RIP Raj. #RajKaushal
— Lara Dutta Bhupathi (@LaraDutta) June 30, 2021
Gone too soon. We lost Film maker and Producer @rajkaushal1 this morning. Very Sad. He was one of the producers of my first film #MyBrotherNikhil. One of those few who believed in our vision and supported us. Prayers for his soul. pic.twitter.com/zAitFfYrS7
— অনির Onir اونیر ओनिर he/him (@IamOnir) June 30, 2021
Heard the terrible news about @rajkaushal1 . May your Jar of Hope always be filled in the afterlife as it was here. I will miss you terribly. Strength to the family and friends.
— Roshan Abbas (@roshanabbas) June 30, 2021
What !!! Omg! Noo!!! Gone too soon Raj!! RIP https://t.co/kP9CpKv9Ag
— Divya Dutta (@divyadutta25) June 30, 2021
It’s a sad day.
Your optimism and love with linger Raj.
🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/YgIfw5aKt5— Kubbra Sait (@KubbraSait) June 30, 2021
Cannot believe #RajKaushal isn’t with us any more .. just so shocking. My hear goes out to @mandybedi and her two lovely kids #RIP our happy smiling Raj.. your gentle soul will be missed 💔
— Tisca Chopra (@tiscatime) June 30, 2021
TOI reports that many celebrities including Dino Morea, Ronit Roy, and Ashish Chowdhury were present during the funeral. Raj Kaushal is survived by his wife Mandira and son Veer and daughter Tara.
We pray his soul rests in peace.