Pyarelal's wife Sunila Sharma cremated in Mumbai; Shabbir Kumar, Sudesh Bhosale, others pay last respect
Mumbai, July 13
Sunila Pyarelal Sharma, wife of legendary music composer Pyarelal Sharma, was on Monday cremated at Dattatray Road Crematorium in Santacruz, Mumbai. She passed away on Sunday at the age of 78.
Friends, relatives and members of the entertainment industry gathered to pay their final respects.
Pyarelal Sharma looked emotional as he arrived for the funeral.
Singer Shabbir Kumar, singer Sudesh Bhosale, the family of late music composer Ravindra Jain, and radio host RJ Anmol were among those who attended the last rites of Sunila Sharma
Several admirers and well-wishers also took to social media to offer prayers and condolences, remembering her warmth and unwavering support for the legendary composer throughout his illustrious career.
Pyarelal, one half of the iconic music composer duo Laxmikant-Pyarelal, has composed music for some of Hindi cinema's most memorable films.
The news of Sunila's demise was shared through a heartfelt social media announcement, which stated that she passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family.
The family's statement, shared on the social media handle of singer Priyanka Mitra, confirmed the news of her passing.
"With deep grief and love in our hearts, we announce the peaceful passing of our beloved Amma. Sunila Pyarelal Sharma, who left for her heavenly abode on 12 July 2026, surrounded by the warmth of her family. Amma lived a life of grace, devotion, and quiet strength - a pillar of unconditional love to all who knew her. While our hearts are heavy, we find comfort knowing she is finally at peace. We are deeply grateful for the love, prayers, and support of our family and friends during this time. Your work here is beautifully finished, Amma. Rest in eternal peace," the statement read.
Mourning her passing, Priyanka Mitra remembered Sunila as "Amma" and wrote, "At a complete loss of words Amma... You've always been our Queen, and shall remain forever. Our strongest pillar is gone... Will long to hear your laughter forever Amma. Om Shanti."
— ANI
Reader Comments
It's heartwarming to see Shabbir Kumar and Sudesh Bhosale paying their respects. These legends never forget their roots. Sunila ji must have been a wonderful person to have such love from the industry. May her family find strength.
I'm not Indian but I've always admired the golden era of Bollywood music. Laxmikant-Pyarelal created magic that transcends borders. Condolences to the Sharma family. The tribute from Priyanka Mitra was very touching - "our Queen, and shall remain forever."
The family statement is so beautiful - "Your work here is beautifully finished, Amma." Sunila ji lived a life of grace and devotion. In an industry full of glamour, she stayed in the background and supported her husband's incredible journey. That's true strength. Rest in peace, Amma 🙏
I wish the media had covered this with more sensitivity. Cremation is a private affair but glad to see the industry came together. Pyarelal ji ki shakti aur sahanshilta ki humein prerna leni chahiye. Om Shanti.
The photo of Pyarelal ji looking emotional breaks my heart. He gave us so many timeless melodies. Losing a spouse after decades together is devastating. May Sunila ji's soul rest in heavenly peace, and may God give the family courage to bear this loss.
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