In a heartbreaking incident, Bollywood actresses Malaika Arora and Amrita Arora’s father, Anil Arora, reportedly passed away on Wednesday, September 11. According to reports, Anil Arora died by suicide at his residence in Bandra, Mumbai, around 9 a.m. He allegedly jumped from the terrace of the building. His body has been sent for post-mortem, and the police are investigating the case.
Visuals from outside the residence captured Malaika’s ex-husband, actor-producer Arbaaz Khan, arriving at the scene, along with a few police officers. He was one of the first to reach the location after hearing the tragic news. Arbaaz’s sister, Alvira Agnihotri, was also spotted outside the residence.
The cause behind the incident is yet to be confirmed as no suicide note has been found so far. The authorities are continuing their investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding Anil Arora’s death.
Anil Arora, a former Indian Merchant Navy officer, was known for maintaining a low profile. He shared a strong bond with his daughters, Malaika and Amrita, despite his separation from their mother, Joyce Polycarp, when Malaika was just 11 years old. Anil hailed from a Punjabi Hindu family from Fazilka, a town near the India-Pakistan border, while Joyce is a Malayali Christian.
In a previous interview, Malaika opened up about her parents’ divorce and its impact on her, stating, “I had a wonderful childhood, but it wasn’t easy. In retrospect, the word I would use to describe it is tumultuous. But tough times teach you important lessons too. My parents’ separation allowed me to observe my mother through a new and unique lens. I learned a rock-steady work ethic and the value of getting up each morning to do whatever it takes to become fiercely independent.”
Neither Malaika nor Amrita Arora has issued a public statement regarding their father’s tragic demise as of now.
The news of Anil Arora’s passing has left the Bollywood fraternity and fans of the Arora family in shock, as they mourn the untimely loss of a respected and private individual.
This story is still developing, and further details are expected to emerge as the investigation continues.