Indian filmmaker Sanjay Gupta dies at the age of 59 after reportedly suffering a head injury at his residence in Mumbai. His death was confirmed by filmmaker Ashoke Pandit, who expressed shock and sadness over the loss of his longtime friend.
According to Mumbai Police, Gupta was found dead in the bathroom of his residence on October 31. His family members discovered him the following morning and contacted the police after finding him unresponsive. The incident reportedly occurred late at night.
A Mumbai Police official said other people were present at the house when the incident happened. However, family members did not immediately become aware of the situation because it occurred during the night. Police said the family had not raised any suspicion about the circumstances surrounding his death.
A forensic team also reached the filmmaker’s Mumbai residence as authorities began the necessary procedures. Ashoke Pandit confirmed the news through an Instagram post. He said Gupta had died after suffering a head injury at home. The incident has shocked members of the Indian film industry.
Sanjay Gupta was widely known for directing films such as Kaante, Kaabil and Shootout at Wadala. He also produced several projects, including Shootout at Lokhandwala, Jazbaa and Acid Factory. His filmmaking career covered several decades and included directing, writing and producing.
Gupta entered the film industry in 1994 with Aatish: Feel the Fire, starring Aditya Pancholi and Sanjay Dutt. He later worked on films such as Ram Shastra, Khauff, Jung, Musafir and Zinda. His work on crime dramas and action films helped establish his position in Indian cinema.
His final project was The Miranda Brothers, released in 2025. Gupta directed and produced the film, which featured Harshvardhan Rane and Meezaan Jafri. His death at 59 marks the loss of a filmmaker associated with several notable Bollywood productions.
