NEW DELHI: Bollywood fraternity on Monday condoled the death of veteran action choreographer Veeru Devgan, father of Ajay Devgn.
Veeru Devgan died in Mumbai today. He was 85.
He was admitted in Surya Hospital, Santacruz, Mumbai, due to age-related health issues, sources said.
According to sources, his funeral will be held at Vile Parle West crematorium at 1800 hrs.
Taking to micro-blogging site Twitter, Anupam Kher said, ”Deeply saddened to know about the passing away of #VeeruDevgan ji. Worked with him in so many movies. He was a great action director. To him the safety of actors and his fighters team was of utmost importance. A kind man with a great sense of humour. Om Shanti.@ajaydevgn”.
Film maker Mahesh Bhatt said,”#VeeruDevgan & I began our career together in the 70’s. ”Make Ajay a great actor.” I remember him telling me after Ajay’s debut film became a big hit. Ajay & me finally worked together in Zakhm which won him his 1st (best actor ) national award. Adieu Partner @ajaydevgn”.
Director-Producer Ashoke Pandit said,”Sad to know that veteran action director #VeeruDevgan ji is no more. He ws a genius in choreographing fights on the big screen, when there were no facilities available. My heart felt condolences to @ajaydevgn & the entire family.”
Abbas Mustan said,”Our heartfelt condolences to @ajaydevgn @KajolAtUN and entire family on the sad demise of #VeeruDevgan ji .. May his soul rest in peace”. (AGENCIES)
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