Malaika Arora's father Anil Arora dies by suicide after jumping off building terrace: Police

Mumbai police have confirmed that Anil Arora, father of Bollywood actress Malaika Arora and Amrita Arora, died by suicide.

Malaika Arora's father, Anil Arora, was found dead under mysterious circumstances at his Mumbai residence today (September 11). The shocking discovery was made earlier today, sending shockwaves through the entertainment industry and beyond.

In a tragic development, Anil Arora, the father of actress Malaika Arora, has died by suicide.

Anil Arora allegedly jumped off the sixth floor of a building in Bandra area, an police official said.

Police rushed to the spot and shifted him to a hospital where he was declared dead before arrival, a police official said.

The news was confirmed by a tweet from the ANI news agency, which reported, “Maharashtra | Father of actress-model Malaika Arora died by suicide by jumping off a terrace. Police team is present at the spot: Mumbai Police.”

Details surrounding his death remain unclear, and police are currently investigating the circumstances.

Meanwhile, a source told PTI, "It's true that Malaika's father passed away this morning. He has not committed suicide, it's an accident. They all are shocked because he had no ailment or anything as such." The police 'panchnama' will make things clear, the source said.

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Malaika Arora, a well-known Bollywood actress and television personality, has not yet made any public statement regarding this heartbreaking incident. The family is said to be in a state of deep shock and mourning as they await further information from the authorities.

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Anil Arora was a private figure and kept a low profile despite his daughter’s fame. His sudden passing has left many stunned, and the news has rapidly spread across social media and news outlets.

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As the investigation unfolds, more information is expected to be released regarding the cause of Anil Arora's death.

As per the police statement, the investigation is underway and as per primary inspection, it is clear that Anil Arora has died due to suicide. Police also said that forensic department is currently checking out the entire house and inspecting about the incident.

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Malaika Arora has once spoken about the impact of her parents’ separation on her life. Reflecting on her childhood, Malaika had then shared that she was only 11 when her parents parted ways.

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In her interview with Filmfare, Malaika had also revealed that her mother was responsible for raising them.

"I had a wonderful childhood, but it wasn’t easy. In fact, in retrospect, the word I would use to describe it is tumultuous. But tough times teach you important lessons too," she said

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She described her childhood as 'tumultuous' but also acknowledged that the difficult times were instrumental in shaping her character.

Our thoughts are with Malaika Arora and her family during this incredibly difficult time.