Malaika Arora’s stepfather, Anil Mehta, tragically passed away on September 11, reportedly by suicide. His cremation took place on September 12.
Actor Salman Khan visited Malaika Arora’s parents’ home on Thursday evening to offer his condolences following the passing of her stepfather, Anil Mehta. His visit came a day after other members of his family attended the funeral. Anil Mehta passed away on the morning of September 11, with his cremation held on September 12. The death is reported as an alleged suicide.
Photographers outside Malaika’s parents’ residence in Mumbai captured photos and videos of Salman’s arrival, where he entered through barricades, accompanied by his personal security.
Malaika was previously married to Salman’s younger brother, Arbaaz Khan, until their separation in 2017. Arbaaz was the first to arrive at her parents’ house on Wednesday, as Malaika was out of town for work. Other Khan family members, including Salim and Salma Khan, stepmother Helen, sisters Alvira and Arpita, and brother Sohail, were also seen visiting to offer their condolences.
In addition to Salman Khan, Kriti Sanon, Karisma Kapoor, Arpita Khan, Alvira Khan, Arhaan Khan, and Nirvan Khan were also spotted at the location. Later in the night, Arjun Kapoor and Malaika Arora were seen leaving the residence.
Malaika’s stepfather was cremated on Thursday at the Santacruz Hindu Crematorium in Mumbai. Malaika arrived with her mother, Joyce Polycarp, and her son, Arhaan Khan. Her sister, Amrita Arora, also attended with her family. Arjun Kapoor, who has been in a long-term relationship with Malaika, has supported the family since the news of the passing broke.
Kareena Kapoor, Karisma Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Orhan Awatramani, Sajid Khan, Farah Khan, Guru Randhawa, Arshad Warsi and his wife Maria Goretti, along with Salman Khan’s sister Alvira Khan Agnihotri, were among the many who arrived to pay their last respects to Anil Mehta.
Anil Mehta’s death was a shock to his family. While the incident is under investigation, a Bandra police officer stated, “Prima facie, it seems to be a case of suicide, but we are investigating all possible angles. The process to file an accidental death report is underway.”
On the evening of September 11, Malaika posted a note on Instagram asking for privacy for her family. The statement read, “He was a gentle soul, a devoted grandfather, a loving husband, and our best friend. Our family is deeply shocked by this loss, and we respectfully request privacy from the media and well-wishers during this difficult time.”