Family In Deep Shock: Malaika Arora Shares Heartfelt Statement After Father Anil Mehta's Death

Malaika and Amrita Arora's father Anil Mehta allegedly committed suicide by jumping from a building in Mumbai on Wednesday morning, a police official said according to the news agency PTI. The incident occurred at Ayesha Manor, in upscale Bandra's Almeida Park area, where Mehta stayed with his wife. After his passing, Malaika issued a statement on social media requesting her family's privacy during this time.

Deeply saddened: Malaika after father Anil's death

In a statement issued on social media, the actress wrote, "We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our dear father, anil mehta. He was a gentle soul, a devoted grandfather, a loving husband, and our best friend. Our family is in deep shock by this loss, and we kindly request privacy from the media and well-wishers during this difficult time.We appreciate your understanding, support, and respect. With gratitude (sic)."

According to the police, the incident came to light at around 9 am Wednesday. Malaika Arora was in Pune at the time and rushed to Mumbai after learning of her father's death. Speaking to media persons, Deputy Commissioner of Police (Zone 9) Raj Tilak Roushan said prima facie it appears to be a suicide case, PTI reported. A Bandra police team along with forensic experts was at the spot, he said. "Police will investigate the incident from all angles and take forward legal process. Whatever standard operating procedure (SOP) is followed in investigations, we are doing that," said DCP Roushan.

Celebs stand by the Arora family after Anil Mehta's death

After getting information about the incident, Malaika Arora's former husband Arbaaz Khan, visited the building where Anil Mehta stayed. Arbaaz's parents Salim and Salma Khan, brother Sohail, Malaika's son Arhaan Khan, her former boyfriend actor Arjun Kapoor and producer Ritesh Sidhwani visited the residence of Malaika's mother after the news of Mehta's death came in.

Arbaaz's stepmother Helen, his sister Alvira Agnihotri, Sohail Khan's former wife Seema Sajdeh, and actors Kim Sharma and Shibani Dandekar were also present. Kareena Kapoor, Saif Ali Khan, Ananya Panday, Riteish and Genelia Deshmukh also arrived to offer their condolences.