Prominent film producer Pritish Nandy passed away on Wednesday after suffering a cardiac arrest at his residence in South Mumbai. He was 73 years old.
Pritish Nandy produced several successful films, including *Jhankaar Beats*, *Chameli*, *Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi*, *Ek Khiladi Ek Haseena*, *Ankahee*, *Pyaar Ke Side Effects*, and *Bow Barracks Forever*, among many others.
On Wednesday, his close friend, veteran actor Anupam Kher, shared the devastating news on his Instagram account along with a heartfelt post. Kher wrote, “I am deeply saddened and shocked to learn about the demise of one of my dearest and closest friends, Pritish Nandy!”
Deeply deeply saddened and shocked to know about the demise of one of my dearest and closest friends #PritishNandy! Amazing poet, writer, filmmaker and a brave and unique editor/journalist! He was my support system and a great source of strength in my initial days in Mumbai. We… pic.twitter.com/QYshTlFNd2
— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) January 8, 2025
Describing Nandy as “brave,” Kher recalled how he had supported him during his early days in the city. “He was an amazing poet, writer, filmmaker, and a brave and unique editor/journalist! He was my support system and a great source of strength in my initial days in Mumbai. We shared many things in common, and he was one of the most fearless people I encountered—always larger than life.”
Kher reflected on their relationship, saying, “I learned so much from him. Although we didn’t meet often in recent years, there was a time when we were inseparable! I will never forget when he surprised me by putting me on the cover of *Filmfare* and, more importantly, *The Illustrated Weekly*.”
Concluding his tribute, Kher described Nandy as a true friend, stating, “He was the true definition of a ‘yaaron ka yaar’! I will miss you and the times we spent together, my friend. Rest well. #HeartBroken.”
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