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Hindustan Times
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Rahul Dev shuts down speculation around brother Mukul Dev's death, reveals the real reason behind it
The sudden death of actor Mukul Dev sent shockwaves through the industry, sparking widespread speculation about the cause of his death. Now, Mukul's brother and actor Rahul Dev has stepped forward to shed some light on the circumstances surrounding his passing. Also read: Rahul Dev is 'grateful' for the 'love and best wishes' showered on brother Mukul Dev, pens note According to Rahul, Mukul's death was linked to his poor eating habits, rather than depression, as many had surmised. In an interview with The Times of India, Rahul shared the reason behind his brother Mukul's death. Rahul said, 'He was in the ICU for eight and a half days. Medically, it was a result of poor eating habits. In the last four-five days, he had stopped eating altogether. Of course, he felt lonely, and he had lost interest in would turn down several work offers... Only now, after completing all the rituals, is the reality sinking in — and I know the pain will only deepen.' He shared that Mukul had shifted to Delhi in 2019 to care for their father, who passed away that same year. Their mother passed away in 2023. According to Rahul, Mukul invested himself in writing and grew reclusive. He said his brother missed his daughter immensely, adding that he wasn't looking after himself and living alone didn't help. After Mukul's death, several reports claimed that he was struggling with depression, and Rahul dismisses the speculations. Reacting to the reports, Rahul said, "The people who are speaking out now weren't even in touch with him. They say he was unfit, but he ran half-marathons. Yes, he had gained weight — when someone stops caring about themselves, it shows... Who really stayed in touch with him between 2019 and 2024? Did they visit him when he was in the hospital or attend his prayer meet?'. Rahul wants to remember Mukul 'not as the man who faded away, but as the super charming, intelligent, and sensitive person he truly was'. Mukul Dev, known for his roles in films such as Son of Sardaar, Yamla Pagla Deewana and R... Rajkumar, passed away on May 23 in New Delhi due to ailing health. The actor's last rites were performed in the national capital. Mukul Dev featured in several television shows, such as Gharwali Uparwali, Kasshish, Ssshhhh... Phir Koi Hai, Kumkum - Ek Pyara Sa Bandhan, and others. He also worked in popular films like Yamla Pagla Deewana, Son of Sardaar, R... Rajkumar, and Jai Ho. His last film is Son of Sardaar 2, which has not been released yet.
NDTV
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Viral Again: Mukul Dev's One Of The Last Videos With Vindu Dara Singh
New Delhi: Mukul Dev, best known for his roles in Jai Ho, Son of Sardaar, R... Rajkumar, died on May 23. He was 54. The actual reason of his death is still not revealed. However, actors close to him shared he had been suffering from loneliness which took a toll on his health. Vindu Dara Singh, who confirmed his death in front of the media, shared a video in August last year on his Instagram featuring himself and the late actor. After Mukul's death, the video re-surfaced online. The Internet assumed that the actor's health had already started to deteriorate as he looked frail in the video. In the video, Vindu Dara Singh and Mukul Dev can be seen engaging in a fun banter. The caption accompanying the video read, "For all the #sonofsardar movie lovers here comes the fantastic #sonofsardar2 and it's always a pleasure working with a team of @adffilms that becomes one big family ! Love you @thereal_mukuldev mere Toni!" The video was recorded on the sets of Son Of Sardar 2. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vindu dara Singh (@vindusingh) Sharing about Mukul Dev's drinking habit, Vindu Dara Singh told ETimes, "I don't think he was suffering from any disease but he used to drink a lot and would have gutkha. He had become overweight and he battled loneliness. He has a daughter but she is also, she was not staying with him. He was making his comeback with Son of Sardaar but the sad part is he won't be there to see it. It is very tragic news." "He has done such fantastic work in SOS 2. He was my Tony and I was his Tito. He had an amazing role and people are going to roll on the floor laughing after seeing his work in July when the film releases. But unfortunately, he will not be around to enjoy the success and see the love," said Vindu Dara Singh. The final rites of Mukul Dev were performed on May 24 at the Lodhi Crematorium in Delhi's Nizamuddin area. Mukul was last seen in the Hindi film Anth The End. He was the younger brother of actor Rahul Dev.
Time of India
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Why Mukul Dev suffered from years of hidden pain and sadness? Hansal Mehta, his friend and gym buddy, breaks silence
Booze, Broken Hearts, and Gym Reps Missed Chances and Lingering Regret Mukuk's Final Chapter Tributes Pour In Actor Mukul Dev's passing at the age of 54 shocked fans and colleagues across the industry. While the news was sudden, those closest to him, including filmmaker Hansal Mehta, say the signs of his inner struggles were always there — buried under charm, laughter, and unfulfilled an emotional Instagram post, Mehta, who had worked with Mukul in multiple projects, reflected on a friendship built not just on creative collaborations, but also on shared pain. 'Mukul was devastatingly handsome—his presence could light up a stadium, his charm could hold a room in thrall,' Mehta wrote. Despite this, Mehta described his career as 'a collection of missed opportunities and near breakthroughs. A story of what could've been. A string of 'what ifs'.'Their relationship went beyond work. Mehta recalled how the two bonded over personal losses and hopes that things would eventually make sense. 'We bonded over booze, broken hearts, and the foolish hope that things would one day make sense. For years, we were gym buddies, pushing each other through reps and regrets,' he also recalled Mukul's distinct laughter, storytelling prowess, and voice. These lighter moments, though frequent, often masked a deeper sadness. 'Behind the laughter and bravado was a man struggling to reconcile with the dreams that eluded him,' Mehta a promising debut and significant roles in television and films like Son of Sardaar, R... Rajkumar, and Jai Ho, Mukul's career never quite soared. Mehta believed the constant setbacks took a toll. 'I think those what ifs chipped away at his spirit. Slowly, quietly, they filled him with a sense of defeat and resignation—an ache that often found its only solace in booze.'This quiet ache seemed to have intensified in recent years. Recalling their final conversation, Mehta said Mukul's signature humor remained intact, but he sensed a 'quiet sadness, an air of disappointment, a kind of loneliness he never really shared.'Mukul was more than just an actor — he was also a writer. In 2003, he gave Mehta the story idea for Omertà, which was eventually made years later. When the film was finally screened and his writing credit appeared, Mukul found a rare moment of validation. 'Every time we spoke, he'd chuckle and say, 'Hansie, kya film banayi yaar. International. Soch bhi nahi sakta tha ki aisi film mein I'd have a writing credit. This is so good for me.' That credit made him feel seen. Respected. Validated,' Mehta Dev had been hospitalized in Delhi for over a week before passing away. His friend and co-star Vindu Dara Singh revealed that Mukul had become more withdrawn after the deaths of his parents. 'He used to drink a lot and would have gutkha… He battled loneliness,' Vindu told Times of India TV, adding that Mukul was very close to his family, especially his recalled their upcoming film Son of Sardaar 2, where Mukul played a key role. 'He had an amazing role… But unfortunately, he will not be around to enjoy the success and see the love,' he film industry mourned the loss with heartfelt tributes. Actor Manoj Bajpayee called him a 'brother in spirit,' while Ajay Devgn wrote, 'You had a way of making everything lighter, even on the heaviest days.' Deepshikha Nagpal, shocked by the news, remembered calling his phone in Dev's life was layered — filled with talent, potential, and moments of brilliance, but also marked by quiet suffering and longing for recognition. As Hansal Mehta wrote in farewell, 'Go well, my beautiful, broken, brilliant friend. Phir milenge.'
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rizwann Sikander remembers Mukul Dev: His encouragement marked the start of my career
Rizwann Sikander and Mukul Dev Mukul Dev 's sudden demise at the age of 54 has left the industry in shock. Among those struggling to come to terms with the news is actor Rizwann Sikander, who shared a close bond with him since their time together on Fear Factor India in 2006. Rizwann recalls, 'Mukul bhai always had a soft corner for me during Fear Factor India. I think he saw the youngest, most adrenaline-filled, mentally strong version of me — and gave me a special place in his heart. He constantly encouraged me to push forward and never give up. I'll never forget that he was the first to announce my victory, proud and beaming with joy. Sharing that historic win with him was the start of my career, and a memory I'll cherish forever. He truly was a gem of a person. His presence will be missed, but his belief in me will always stay in my heart.' The two last met on the sets of R... Rajkumar (2013), which starred Shahid Kapoor and Sonakshi Sinha. Rizwann shares, 'We met through our common fitness coach. He was genuinely happy to see me, and all our Fear Factor memories came rushing back — we were laughing about all the goof-ups. I told him about my acting journey since then — working in Balaji TV shows, living in London, shooting a commercial, hosting a French reality show, even working at a restaurant near Victoria Bus Station, while continuing to pursue acting. He appreciated my journey, boosted my morale, and encouraged me to never give up on my dream. He gave me his blessings.' Rizwann remembers Mukul as someone who was warm, supportive, and grounded — traits that made a lasting impression on everyone who knew him.
Hans India
24-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Mukul Dev's cremation to be held in West Delhi, actor's brother Rahul Dev issues statement
Mumbai: The final rites of the late actor Mukul Dev, who passed away on Friday, will be held in Delhi on Saturday. The actor's brother Rahul Dev shared the details with regards to his cremation. He wrote in a statement, 'Our brother Mukul Devpassed away peacefully at New Delhi last night. He's survived by his daughter Sia Dev. Missed by siblings Rashmi Kaushal, Rahul Dev and nephew Siddhant Dev. Cremation at 5pm in West Delhi'. Mukul Dev, who is known for his work in films like 'Son of Sardaar', 'R... Rajkumar', 'Jai Ho' and others, passed away at the age of 54. The cause of the actor's death remains unclear. Mukul Dev was born in New Delhi into a Punjabi family with roots in a village near Jalandhar. His father Hari Dev, was an assistant commissioner of police, and was the one who introduced him to Afghan culture. His father could speak Pashto and Persian. An early exposure to the world of entertainment for the actor was when in class 8 he got his first pay cheque when he impersonated Michael Jackson for a dance show organized by Doordarshan. The actor was also a trained pilot from the Indira Gandhi Rashtriya Uran Akademi. He made his foray in the world of acting with the television serial 'Mumkin' in which he played the role of Vijay Pandey in 1996. He also acted in Doordarshan's 'Ek Se Badh Kar Ek', a comedy Bollywood countdown show. He was also the host of 'Fear Factor India' season 1. He started his journey in films with 'Dastak', in which he essayed the role of ACP Rohit Malhotra. The film also marked the debut of the former Miss Universe Sushmita Sen.
