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Malaika Arora's First Post After Death Of Dad Anil Mehta: "Our Family Is In Deep Shock"

"We kindly request privacy from the media and well-wishers during this difficult time," wrote Malaika Arora

Malaika Arora's First Post After Death Of Dad Anil Mehta: "Our Family Is In Deep Shock"
Anil Mehta in a throwback with family. (courtesy: joycearora)
New Delhi:

Malaika Arora, who lost her father Anil Mehta on Wednesday morning, shared a statement this evening on behalf of the family. "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, Joyce, Malaika, Amrita Shakeel, Arhaan, Azaan , Rayyan, Casper, Axl, Duffy and Buddy."

Anil Mehta died by suicide on Wednesday morning, police said. He jumped from his apartment building in Mumbai's Bandra. The incident took place around 9 am today.

Read Malaika Arora's statement here:

Malaika, a former model, was also a VJ. She has also judged a couple of dance shows over the years, including India's Best Dancer, Nach Baliye, Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa and Zara Nachke Dikha. She also judged shows like India's Got Talent and Supermodel Of The Year. Other than, Malaika Arora also runs a yoga studio, an apparel brand and a food-delivery platform.

Malaika Arora is best-known for her dance performances to popular tracks such as Chaiya Chaiya, Munni Badnaam Hui, Anarkali Disco Chali and Hello Hello among many others. She was also seen in the reality TV series Moving In With Malaika.

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