On Wednesday, Malaika Arora father, Anil Mehta, allegedly died by suicide in Mumbai. He was 65 years old. Reports from Hindustan Times say he called his daughters, Malaika and Amrita, before jumping from the sixth-floor balcony of his home. He said, “I’m tired,” during the call.
Malaika was in Pune at the time, attending an event, and rushed back to Mumbai after hearing the news. Her mother, Joyce Polycarp, was in the apartment when the incident occurred. She noticed her husband’s slippers in the living room and, upon searching, saw a commotion below, realizing something was wrong. A security guard in the building was also shouting for help. Mehta’s body was sent for post-mortem, and Mumbai Police are investigating all angles of the case, calling it “prima facie” a suicide.
Malaika Arora shared an emotional message for her father
Malaika posted a statement on Instagram that evening. She expressed her family’s deep sadness and asked for privacy. She described her father as a gentle soul, devoted grandfather, loving husband, and their best friend.
Here’s the Statment from Malaika Arora on Instagram,
“We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our dear father, Anil Mehta. He was a gentle soul, a devoted grandfather, a loving husband, and our best friend. Our family is in deep shock by this loss, and we kindly request privacy from the media and well-wishers during this difficult time. We appreciate your understanding, support, and respect. With gratitude, Joyce, Malaika, Amrita, Shakeel, Arhaan, Azaan, Rayyan, Casper, Axl, Duffy & Buddy. Anil Kuldip Mehta ~ 22/02/1962-11/09/2024”
Several celebrities visited Malaika to offer their condolences. Arjun Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor, and Karisma Kapoor were among those who came. Malaika’s ex-husband, Arbaaz Khan, and his family also visited.
Mumbai Police gave their Statement
Mumbai Police are investigating the case and said it looks like suicide. Anil Mehta’s body was sent for a post-mortem, and a full investigation is ongoing.
“Anil used to live on the sixth floor. We are carrying out a detailed investigation from all angles… our forensic teams are here for investigation. His body is being sent for postmortem. We are investigating everything… prima facie it looks like suicide, we are conducting further investigation.” The Police said in their Statment to the Press.
Malaika Arora and her family are mourning in private.
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