Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta passes away in Mumbai at 57
The director of Kaante died following a head injury sustained after a fall at his residence.
Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta passed away at his Mumbai residence on Saturday at the age of 57. He reportedly sustained a head injury after falling at his home on Friday night.
Deputy Commissioner of Police Purushottam Karad said the filmmaker's body was found in the kitchen. An Accidental Death Report has been registered by the Versova Police station, and an investigation is underway. Karad noted that the family has not raised any suspicion or complaint regarding the incident.
Gupta was a director, producer, screenwriter, and narrator known for crime thrillers and action movies. His directorial work includes Kaante, Shootout at Wadala, Kaabil, Aatish: Feel the Fire, and Mumbai Saga. His productions included Shootout At Lokhandwala, Plan, and Woodstock Villa.
Ashoke Pandit, chief advisor of Western India Cine Employees, described the death as a great loss to the industry. The All India Cine Workers Association also expressed shock over the passing of the filmmaker.
Actor Sanjay Dutt, who had recently patched up his friendship with Gupta, said he could not believe the filmmaker was gone. He stated he would make the dream of Kaante 2 come true in memory of Gupta.