Popular Bollywood Celebrities Who Passed Away In 2025
Posted On: 07 Jan 2025 | Last Updated : 25 Mar 2025 | Views : 5.5k
As 2025 unfolds, Bollywood mourns the loss of several iconic figures who left an indelible mark on Indian cinema. These beloved celebrities brought stories to life with their exceptional talent, leaving fans with cherished memories. Their untimely departures remind us of the fragility of life, evoking deep sorrow across the nation. Tributes pour in, celebrating their cinematic journeys and personal contributions to the industry. While their presence on the silver screen will be deeply missed, their legacies remain immortal, inspiring generations to come. As we bid farewell, we remember some of the popular Bollywood celebrities who died in 2025 leaving behind their artistry and the joy they brought into countless lives.
1. Alok Chatterjee (Actor) (DoB: 11 January 1961, DoD: 06 January 2025)
The year started with one of the most shocking Bollywood deaths in 2025 with the passing away of renowned film and theatre actor Alok Chatterjee on 06 January 2025 at Bhopal due to multiple organ failure at the age of 63. An alumnus of NSD and batchmate of the late actor Irrfan Khan, he was an acclaimed performer and mentor who was honoured with the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 2019. He made his acting debut in the Bengali film Patalghar in 2003 and followed it up with Hindi movies such as Utthaan (2006), Haseen Dillruba (2021), Muqaam (2022), 30 Hours Survival: Gauraiya Live (2024) and Patna Shuklla (2024). He also appeared in supporting roles in TV series like Uttar Katha, Gaon Hamara, Shahar Se Pyara, and Maharani, etc.
2. Pritish Nandy (Producer) (DoB: 15 January 1947, DoD: 08 January 2025)
Noted poet, writer, painter, journalist, parliamentarian, media, television and film producer, Pritish Nandy died of a cardiac arrest at his residence in Mumbai on 08 January 2025 at the age of 77. After a successful stint as a writer, painter and in media journalism, multi-faceted Pritish Nandy founded Pritish Nandy Communications Ltd., in 1993 which initially produced TV serials and chat shows on Doordarshan in the 90s. He later ventured into film production making notable movies like Kuch Khatti Kuch Meethi (2001), Sur (2002), Kaante (2002), Jhankaar Beats (2003), Chameli (2003), Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi (2003), Shabd (2005), Pyaar Ke Side Effects (2006), Shaadi Ke Side Effects (2014), and Mastizaade (2016). He also produced the web series Four More Shots Please! and Modern Love Mumbai. He is survived by daughters Rangita Nandy and Ishita Nandy and son Kushan Nandy, who are also film producers.
3. Sudip Pandey (Actor / Producer) (DoB: 05 September 1982, DoD: 15 January 2025)
Popular Bhojpuri and Hindi cinema actor, director and producer, Sudip Pandey died of a heart attack in Mumbai on 15 January 2025. Sudip Pandey was a celebrated figure in Bhojpuri cinema who made his acting debut in the Bhojpuri film Bhojpuria Bhaiya in 2007. He later worked in several successful films like Masih Babu, Hamar Sangi Bajrangbali, Bhojpuria Daroga, Hamar Lalkar, Hum Hain Dharmyoddha, Khooni Dangal, and Dhartika Beta, both as an actor and director. His solo Hindi film as an actor and producer was V For Victor released in 2019. He was also an active member of the Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) and was appointed the brand ambassador of Bihar Tourism.
4. Uttam Mohanty (Actor) (DoB: 23 December 1958, DoD: 27 February 2025)
Veteran Odia film and television actor Uttam Mohanty succumbed to multiple complications arising from liver cirrhosis on 27 February 2025 at Medanta Hospital in Gurugram. Uttam Mohanty was born in 1958 in Baripada town of Mayurbhanj district in Odisha and had acted in more than 135 Odia, 30 Bengali and a solo Hindi film. He made his acting debut in 1977 in the Odia film Abhimaan and thereafter delivered many hits including Nijhum Ratira Sathi (1979), Phula Chandana (1982) and Danda Balunga (1984). His solo Hindi film was Naya Zaher released in 1991. He won the Odisha State Film Award for Best Actor for three consecutive years (1982–1984). In 1999, he received the prestigious Jaydev Puraskar, the highest film award in Odisha, alongside Odisha Living Legend Award in 2012. He is survived by his actress wife Aparajita Mohanty, and son Babushaan Mohanty, who is also an actor.
5. Deb Mukherjee (Actor) (DoB: 22 November 1941, DoD: 14 March 2025)
Veteran popular actor, producer and director Deb Mukherjee passed away in Mumbai on 14 March 2025 due to age-related ailments at the age of 83. Born in Kanpur in 1941, Deb Mukherjee was a member of the illustrious Mukherjee-Samarth film family, where his father Sashadhar Mukherjee was a renowned producer while his mother, Satidevi Mukherjee, was the only sister of legendary actors Ashok Kumar, Anup Kumar and Kishore Kumar. Deb’s brothers were actor Joy Mukherjee, filmmaker Shomu Mukherjee (husband of Tanuja) and Rono Mukherjee. Deb made his acting debut in 1965 by playing the lead role in his brother Rono Mukherjee’s film Tu Hi Meri Zindagi. He later acted in notable films including Ansoo Ban Gaye Phool, Sambandh, Adhikar, Main Tulsi Tere Aangan Ki, Haiwan, Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar, Dalaal, Kaminey, etc. He produced and directed his solo film Karate in 1983. He is survived by his wife, daughter Sunita Gowariker and filmmaker son Ayan Mukerji.
6. A. T. Raghu (Director) (DoB: 1949, DoD: 20 March 2025)
Renowned Kannada, Hindi, Malayalam, and Kodava cinema director, actor, producer, and writer Apadanda T. Raghu, popularly known as A.T. Raghu, passed away on 20 March 2025 in Bengaluru at the age of 75 due to age-related-issues. Raghu started his cinematic journey by assisting veteran filmmaker Y.R. Swamy and later marked his directorial debut in 1980 with the Ambareesh-starrer, Nyaya Neethi Dharma. During his illustrious career, he directed and acted in over 55 films, including the 1984 Hindi film Meri Adaalat, featuring superstar Rajinikanth and Zeenat Aman. His association with Ambareesh resulted in memorable hits including Aasha (1983), Avala Neralu (1983), Goonda Guru (1985), Mysore Jaana (1992) and Midida Hrudayagalu (1993). He is survived by his wife Leela Raghu and children Bijoy Ganapathy and Binu Sachin.
7. Rakesh Pandey (Actor) (DoB: 09 April 1940, DoD: 21 March 2025)
Veteran TV, Bollywood, and Bhojpuri film actor Rakesh Pandey passed away due to a cardiac arrest in Mumbai on 21 March 2025 at the age of 84. He left the Indian Film And Television Institute in 1966 to join IPTA and later got his first break as an actor in Basu Chatterjee's Sara Akash in 1969. He gained recognition for his roles in Rakhwala, Do Raha, Anokha Daan, Dil Ki Rahen, Kunwara Badan, Woh Main Nahin, Andolan, Ek Gaon Ki Kahani, Yehi Hai Zindagi, Vishwanath, Darwaza, Manzil and Eeshwar, etc. Some of his notable works in Bhojpuri films were Balam Pardesiya and Bhaiya Dooj. His popular TV shows included Chotti Bahu, Dehleez, Bharat Ek Khoj and Shaktimaan. He is survived by his wife, daughter Jasmeet, and granddaughter.
8. Manoj Santoshi (Writer) (DoB: 1975, DoD: 23 March 2025)
Popular screenwriter Manoj Santoshi, who wrote for Bollywood films and TV shows, passed away on 23 March 2025 at a hospital in Secunderabad at the age of 49. Manoj Santoshi wrote for several popular TV shows, including Bhabhi Ji Ghar Par Hai!, Happu Ki Ultan Paltan, Jijaji Chhat Par Hai and May I Come in Madam?, and was suffering from liver cirrhosis and was hospitalised for a while, where he breathed his last. He acted in films like Tera Mera Tedha Medha, and Hotel Beautifool for which he wrote the dialogues, and films including Tukkaa Fitt and Aagey Se Right. He was credited for composing the songs of Ammaa Ki Boli (2021).
