Sad News: Producer Ritesh Sidhwani’s Mother, Leelu Sidhwani, Passes Away

The entertainment industry reels from the loss of Leelu Sidhwani, mother of renowned film producer Ritesh Sidhwani, who passed away on May 17, 2024. Ritesh Sidhwani’s team issued a statement expressing profound sorrow at her demise.

Mrs. Sidhwani’s deteriorating health led to her admission to Mumbai’s P.D. Hinduja Hospital & Medical Research Centre. Esteemed personalities including Malaika Arora, Amrita Arora, Javed Akhtar, Farhan Akhtar, Shibani Dandekar, Zoya Akhtar, Sharman Joshi, Chunky Pandey, and others visited to offer their condolences and support.

Prayer services for Mrs. Leelu Sidhwani are scheduled for May 18, 2024, at 3:15 pm at Quantum Park, RG Level, Union Park, Khar West. The cremation ceremony is set to follow at 4:30 pm at Santacruz Hindu Crematorium.

Ritesh Sidhwani, co-founder of Excel Entertainment alongside Farhan Akhtar, has produced numerous successful films. The news of Mrs. Sidhwani’s passing has elicited condolences from across the Indian film industry, highlighting the profound impact of her loss on both a personal and professional level. Her legacy will undoubtedly endure through the memories and contributions she made to the lives of those around her.