Raj Kaushal, who directed films like 'Shaadi Ka Laddoo' and 'Pyaar Mein Kabhi Kabhi,' died early Wednesday morning of a heart attack.
Outlook got in touch with his close friend actor Sanjay Suri who has worked with Raj Kaushal. “Shocked and heart broken, my friend gone too soon. I am sad that I can’t meet his family since I am not in town,” he says.
Remembering Kaushal, Suri adds, “His energy was magnetic, his enthusiasm for life was admirable and he was always a 'Yaaro Ka Yaar. May the strength be with all who knew Raj. My heart goes out to Mandira, his lovely children and all his friends and associates. I know all will feel his loss immensely.”
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Before every take he would say, "Energy" and I know I will miss his energy,” Suri remembers.
Filmmaker Onir confirmed the news on social media and wrote, “Gone too soon. We lost Filmmaker and Producer @rajkaushal1 this morning. Very Sad. He was one of the producers of my first film #MyBrotherNikhil. One of those few who believed in our vision and supported us. Prayers for his soul.”
Raj Kaushal’s last post on Facebook was on his children and his journey as a father. He said, “Our surroundings have a deep impact on our children and I’m thankful that during this pandemic, I was able to witness the generous and compassionate side of my kids. When I had asked my son, Vir, what he wanted for his birthday, I was expecting him to say toys or may be some gadgets, but what he said touched me deeply. He said that he just wanted a day full of love and blessings. But more than that, he was keen on doing something that would keep people healthy and safe during this pandemic. My ten-year old’s gesture really made me proud and I realized how content and selfless he truly is. So, for his birthday present, as per his wishes, I arranged free vaccination for many underprivileged people through a private vaccination camp organised in our neighbourhood. I feel blessed that my children have risen above material things in life and are able to empathize with people around them. I wish to see my kids continuing down this path and always be there for others, just like #PapaHainNa for them. As the role of fathers keep evolving in these times, nurturing our children with these values are important.”
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Kaushal''s last directorial was the 2006 thriller, 'Anthony Kaun Hai?', starring Arshad Warsi and Sanjay Dutt.
He is survived by his wife Mandira, son Vir and daughter Tara.
