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Anil Mehta, aged 65, tragically passed away on Wednesday morning after jumping from the sixth-floor balcony of his residence in Bandra, Mumbai. His death has shocked not only his family but also the wider community, with an outpouring of grief from friends, colleagues, and fans alike.
Mehta’s wife, Joyce Polycarp, was in their flat at Ayesha Manor, Bandra, at the time of the incident. She shared how the tragic morning unfolded, recalling that she noticed her husband’s slippers left in the living room around 9 am. Realizing something was amiss, she began searching for him. Unable to find him inside the flat, she leaned over the balcony, only to be met with a horrifying scene below — a security guard was shouting for help. That was the moment she realised something terrible had happened.
In the hours before his death, Anil Mehta made a final phone call to his daughters, actresses Malaika Arora and Amrita Arora. He expressed his feelings of being “sick and tired” during the call, according to sources. Malaika, who was travelling to an event in Pune at the time, was left devastated by the news. The call, which now marks Mehta’s final words to his daughters, has only added to the heartbreak surrounding this tragedy.
A few hours after his passing, Malaika Arora released an emotional statement on Instagram on behalf of the family. The post shared their profound grief over the loss of their father, describing him as a “gentle soul, devoted grandfather, loving husband, and best friend.” The family also requested privacy as they come to terms with the tragedy, thanking everyone for their support and understanding during this incredibly challenging time.
The Mumbai police are investigating the circumstances of Anil Mehta’s death, and a post-mortem is being conducted at Bhabha Hospital to confirm the cause. While the investigation is ongoing, sources close to the family suggest that Mehta had been struggling emotionally in the time leading up to his death.
The news of Anil Mehta’s passing has sent shockwaves throughout the entertainment industry. Messages of condolence have poured in on social media, with friends, colleagues, and fans expressing their support for Malaika, Amrita, and the entire Arora family. The tragic loss has touched many, and the outpouring of love and sympathy continues to grow.
As the family grieves privately, the community remembers Anil Mehta for the love and care he showed as a father, husband, and grandfather. The pain of his sudden loss is palpable, and the family has asked for space as they navigate this difficult time.
