Priyanka Chopra Jonas mourns loss of 'forever champion' Pradeep Guha
Unfortunately, the Bollywood film and entertainment industry has had to say goodbye to another legend.
Pradeep Guha has passed away at the age of 68.
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The movie producer, media personality, and mentor to many had been battling cancer and died on Saturday, 21 August, at the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai.
His wife, Papia Guha, and son, Sanket Guha, broke the news by releasing a statement to the media:
We regret to announce the sad demise of our dear Mr Pradeep Guha. In these COVID times the family has requested to be allowed to grieve in private and will share a date for a prayer meeting in a few days. No condolence visit at home due to COVID restrictions. Please keep him in your prayers.
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Mr Guha worked in the media field for over four decades and his influence on various industries was clear.
He had worked with the Times Group for over 30 years where he served as the president of the company and was also on the board of directors. He was also the CEO of Zee Entertainment and vice president and area director for the International Advertising Association, Asia Pacific region before going on to serve as the managing director of 9X Media Private Limited.
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While he was well-known for the work he produced, he was also beloved by many in the industry, including Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who posted a very moving tribute on her social media after hearing the sad news.
Priyanka called him her 'mentor' and 'forever champion', and said that this loss to her was 'so personal'.
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With her career moving from Bollywood to Hollywood, she said that he was someone she could always rely on.
Along with pictures of Mr Guha, she also shared a sweet moment where the late producer spoke highly of her during an interview.
You can see the full post below:
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Many other stars who have worked with and knew the Bollywood legend took to social media to share their condolences:
My dearest PG you were always the KING who was the most successful ‘Queen maker’. May we, your protégés always keep your memory alive and shining bright and may you always watch over us as you have always done. #RIP 💔. @priyankachopra @deespeak @thesushmitasen
— Lara Dutta Bhupathi (@LaraDutta) August 21, 2021
Shocked and Saddened.. RIP #PradeepGuha 😢.. Had developed a close and fond bonding with Dada lately .. could never have imagined he will leave us just like that.. so abruptly .. will miss him so much. strength to the family and all his close ones 🙏
— Shaan (@singer_shaan) August 22, 2021
Deeply shocked and saddened to hear about my friend @guhapradeep ‘s passing away !! May you rest in peace Pradeep 🙏
— manoj bajpayee (@BajpayeeManoj) August 21, 2021
Good bye my friend #Pradeep Guha
— Subhash Ghai (@SubhashGhai1) August 21, 2021
I will always be indebted for your genuine love n support to I needed n we all @Whistling_Woods international 4 your enriched guidance as a director on board since its birth.
U were the makers of many in our industry👍
RIP MY FRIEND🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/Io33oh5gM3
Our condolences go out to Mr Guha's family and loved ones.
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Main image courtesy of Priyanka Chopra Jonas Official Instagram