The film industry is going through the most difficult phases, after iconic actors Irrfan Khan and Rishi Kapoor’s death, Kulmeet Makkar, CEO of Producers Guild Of India passes away at 60 due to a heart attack. The news of his death was shared by the official handle of Producers Guild India on Twitter.
The statement read, “Today we lost our pillar of strength. Kulmeet is irreplaceable. His passion, integrity, resourcefulness and commitment were only matched by his deep empathy and unique ability to find a way through the toughest situations. Today we have lost someone who has played an integral role – always unassumingly and behind the scenes to nurture and grow the Indian film and television industry. Our dearest Kulmeet, you will always be missed. Your legacy will live on.”
Have a look at the official statement here:
Many celebrities from the industry like Karan Johar, Subhash Ghai, Madhur Bhandarkar, actor Farhan Akhtar, and Sanjay Suri took to their social media page to mourn the death of Kulmeet Makkar.
Check out the tweets:
Karan Johar:
“Kulmeet you were such an incredible pillar to all of us at the Producers Guild of India….relentlessly working for the industry and towards its enhancement and advancement… you left us too soon…We will miss you and always Remember you fondly…. Rest in peace my friend…”
Subhash Ghai:
“Another shock to BOLLYWOOD 👤KULMEET MAKKAR
Passed away coz of heart attack
Our precious friend of Fim N TV industry n CEO of @producersguild of india-a dedicated effective voice of industry to govt n various institutions. Loved by all
We will miss u sir!
RIP🙏🏽”
Madhur Bhandarkar:
“We will miss you #KulmeetMakkar #OmShanti 🙏 “
Farhan Akhtar:
“Seems like every day we’re waking up to losing someone we knew and someone who cared deeply about Indian film. RIP #KulmeetMakkar.. your work as the CEO of Film & Television Producers Guild of India will always be remembered.”
Sanjay Suri:
“Just heard the terrible news of #KulmeetMakkar CEO Producers Guild of India passing away. What a wonderful man and a good friend. Very very sad !”
May his soul rest in peace.