Suneil Anand, Son of Legendary Actor Dev Anand, Dies at 70 After Suffering Heart Attack in London
Suneil Anand, son of Bollywood legend Dev Anand, passed away in London on July 26, 2026, at the age of 70 due to a heart attack. His niece, Gina Narang, confirmed the news and shared a family statement requesting privacy. Know more about his career, including his debut film 'Anand Aur Anand' and his work with Navketan Films.
Bollywood is mourning the loss of Suneil Anand, son of the evergreen star Dev Anand, who breathed his last in London on Friday, July 26, 2026. The actor and filmmaker was 70 years old and succumbed to a heart attack. The news has sent a wave of sadness across the Indian film fraternity and his fans globally. S Janaki Dies: Legendary Playback Singer, the ‘Nightingale of South India’ Passes Away at 88.
Suneil Anand No More
Suneil Anand, born on June 30, 1956, in Zurich, Switzerland, was the sole son of the legendary Dev Anand and actress Kalpana Kartik. He passed away peacefully in London, the same city where his illustrious father, Dev Anand, had also died in 2011. Sources indicate that Suneil Anand reportedly died in the same hospital where Dev Anand spent his final moments.
Family Confirms Demise, Requests Privacy
The sombre news was officially confirmed by the Anand family through a statement released by Suneil Anand's niece, Gina Narang. She expressed the family's profound grief and requested privacy during this challenging time, saying, "With heavy hearts, our family mourns the passing of Suneil Anand. We are comforted by the outpouring of love, prayers, and support, for which we are truly grateful. We kindly request privacy as we navigate this difficult time together."
A Cinematic Legacy Continues
Born into one of Hindi cinema's most revered families, Suneil Anand followed in his father's footsteps, making his acting debut in the 1984 film Anand Aur Anand, which was directed by Dev Anand himself. His filmography also includes roles in Car Thief (1986), Main Tere Liye (1989), and Master (2001). Master also marked his debut as a director. Suneil Anand was also the head of Navketan Films, the production banner founded by his father. Chuck Russell Dies: Jim Carrey Pays Tribute to 'The Mask' Director, Calls Working With Him a 'Privilege'.
He was reportedly working on a Hollywood film titled Vagator Mixer, where he was set to act and direct, indicating his continued passion for cinema. Suneil Anand's passing marks a poignant moment for the Anand family and Bollywood, closing another chapter in a legacy that has profoundly shaped Indian cinema.
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