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Film Fraternity Mourns Anand Sagar: Jaya Bachchan, Hema Malini Pay Tributes

Anand Ramanand Sagar Chopra, son of legendary filmmaker Ramanand Sagar, passed away on February 13 at the age of 84. A prayer meet was held in Mumbai, attended by prominent film industry figures including Jaya Bachchan, Hema Malini, and Sonu Nigam. Anand Sagar was part of the second generation managing Sagar Pictures Entertainment and was renowned for his work on mythological storytelling, notably the 2008 television series Ramayan. He is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren.

Key Points: Anand Sagar, Son of Ramanand Sagar, Passes Away at 84

  • Prayer meet held in Mumbai
  • Attended by film industry veterans
  • Managed Sagar Pictures Entertainment
  • Known for 2008 TV epic Ramayan
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Jaya Bachchan, Hema Malini pay tributes to Anand Ramanand Sagar Chopra

Veteran actors Jaya Bachchan and Hema Malini attend prayer meet for Anand Sagar, son of legendary filmmaker Ramanand Sagar, who passed away at 84.

"Anand Sagar made a lasting impact on Indian mythological storytelling - Industry Tribute"

Mumbai, February 16

Anand Ramanand Sagar Chopra, son of legendary filmmaker Ramanand Sagar, passed away on February 13, 2026. A prayer meet was held in Mumbai on Monday, where several prominent members of the film industry gathered to pay their last respects.

Those present included veteran actors Jaya Bachchan, Hema Malini, Padmini Kolhapure, Poonam Sinha, Raza Murad, popular singer Sonu Nigam, ace film director Vidhu Vinod Chopra, acclaimed actors Poonam Dhillon and Suresh Oberoi.

Anand's funeral was held at Pawan Hans Crematorium. Several members of the film industry, including Poonam Dhillon, Bhagyashree, and Ramesh Sippy, attended his last rites. A prayer meeting in fond memory of Anand is likely to take place on Monday. Anand, who was 84, is survived by wife Nisha Sagar, son Shakti Sagar, daughter Gauri Sagar, son Amar Sagar, daughter-in-law Vaishali Sagar, grand daughter Aanya Sagar, and grandson Arjun Sagar.

Son of the legendary Ramanand Sagar, creator of the original 1987 TV series Ramayan, Anand Sagar was part of the second generation and managed Sagar Pictures Entertainment. Anand Sagar made a lasting impact on Indian mythological storytelling, most notably with the 2008 television epic Ramayan. In addition to his work in television, he was also associated with the film Armaan, whose popular song 'Ramba Ho Ho Ho' was recently recreated for the Ranveer Singh starrer 'Durandhar'.

- ANI

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Priya S
Om Shanti. The 2008 Ramayan was a visual masterpiece. Anand Sagar ji carried forward his father's legacy with such dedication. Seeing the entire film fraternity pay respects shows how respected the family is.
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Rohit P
Heartfelt condolences to the Sagar family. It's touching to see veterans like Jaya Bachchan and Hema Malini attending. These are the people who truly understand the value of legacy in our film industry.
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Arjun K
A giant of mythological storytelling has left us. While the original 1987 Ramayan is iconic, his 2008 version introduced the epic to a new generation with brilliant production values. A great loss.
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Michael C
Reading this from abroad. The Sagar family's Ramayan had a global impact. It was a bridge to Indian culture for many of us in the diaspora. Respects to Anand Sagar for his contribution.
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Kavya N
May his soul attain Sadgati. It's a bit sad though that we often remember these legends only when they pass. Their work, like the epic Ramayan, deserves continuous appreciation for shaping our cultural consciousness.

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