Bollywood Mourns: Mukul Dev Passes Away at 54, Celebrities Pay Tribute

      Mukul Dev at a film event in Mumbai.

Bollywood Mourns: Mukul Dev Passes Away at 54, Celebrities Pay Tribute

​​By M Muzamil Shami - May 24, 2025

Bollywood Mourns the Loss of Actor Mukul Dev at 54

The Indian film industry is in shock following the sudden demise of veteran actor Mukul Dev, who passed away on May 23, 2025, at the age of 54. Known for his versatile roles in films like Son of Sardaar, R... Rajkumar, and Jai Ho, Dev's death has left a void in Bollywood.

His brother, actor Rahul Dev, confirmed the news, stating that Mukul passed away peacefully in New Delhi. The family released an official statement, mentioning that he is survived by his daughter, Sia Dev, and siblings Rashmi Kaushal and Rahul Dev. The cremation took place at Dayanand Mukti Dham in Delhi.

Reports indicate that Mukul had been unwell and was admitted to the ICU prior to his passing. Close friends revealed that he had distanced himself during his illness, keeping his condition private.

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Tributes poured in from the film fraternity:

• Sushmita Sen shared on Instagram: "Mukul Dev, Rest in peace you wonderful soul."

• Ajay Devgn tweeted: "Still trying to process it... Mukul. It's all too soon and sudden. Om Shanti."

• Sonu Sood expressed: "RIP Mukul bhai. You were a gem. Will always miss you."

• Manoj Bajpayee wrote: "Mukul was a brother in spirit, an artist whose warmth and passion were unmatched."

Mukul Dev began his acting career with the 1996 film Dastak, starring opposite Sushmita Sen. He later appeared in numerous films across various languages, including Hindi, Punjabi, Bengali, Malayalam, Kannada, and Telugu. His performance in Yamla Pagla Deewana earned him the 7th Amrish Puri Award for Excellence in Acting.

FAQs:

Q: What was Mukul Dev's cause of death?
A: While the exact cause hasn't been disclosed, reports suggest he had been ill and was admitted to the ICU before his passing.

Q: Which was Mukul Dev's debut film?
A: He debuted with the 1996 film Dastak, alongside Sushmita Sen.

Q: Did Mukul Dev work in regional cinema?
A: Yes, he acted in films across various languages, including Punjabi, Bengali, Malayalam, Kannada, and Telugu.

How did Mukul Dev's performances impact you? Share your memories and tributes in the comments below.