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Veteran Bollywood actor Mukul Dev has tragically passed away at the age of 54 in New Delhi. His brother Rahul Dev confirmed the news and announced the cremation details for Saturday evening in West Delhi. Mukul was known for his roles in films like 'Son of Sardaar' and 'R... Rajkumar', and had a diverse career spanning television and cinema. Beyond acting, he was a trained pilot and had an interesting early career that included impersonating Michael Jackson in a Doordarshan dance show.

Key Points: Mukul Dev Dies at 54 Rahul Dev Announces Cremation Details

  • Mukul Dev was a trained pilot and actor in Bollywood films
  • Worked in movies like 'Son of Sardaar' and 'Jai Ho'
  • Started acting career with TV serial 'Mumkin' in 1996
  • Hosted 'Fear Factor India' season 1
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Mukul Dev's cremation to be held in West Delhi, actor's brother Rahul Dev issues statement

Bollywood actor Mukul Dev passes away in Delhi, survived by daughter Sia. Final rites to be held in West Delhi at 5 pm.

"Our brother Mukul Dev passed away peacefully at New Delhi last night. - Rahul Dev"

Mumbai, May 24

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.

- IANS

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Anjali K.
So sad to hear about Mukul Dev's passing. I remember watching him in 'Mumkin' as a kid - he had such a strong screen presence. May his soul rest in peace 🙏 The fact that he was a trained pilot too shows what a multi-talented personality he was!
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Rajat S.
Heartbreaking news. 54 is too young to go. His performance in 'R... Rajkumar' was underrated - he brought such intensity to his villain roles. Condolences to Rahul Dev and the entire family. Delhi's entertainment industry has lost one of its gems today.
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Priya M.
Om Shanti. I had no idea he was from a police family background - explains why he played so many cop roles so convincingly! That Michael Jackson imitation story is adorable. Such a versatile artist gone too soon 😢
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Vikram D.
While we mourn his passing, I wish media would respect the family's privacy and not speculate about cause of death. Let's remember him for his work - from Fear Factor to character roles, he always gave his 100%. Strength to his young daughter Sia.
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Sunita T.
His journey from Doordarshan to Bollywood shows how hardworking he was. Not many know he was Sushmita Sen's first co-star in Dastak! That generation of actors had such solid training. May his family find peace in this difficult time.
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Karan J.
Sad news indeed. Though I feel the industry never utilized his full potential - he could have been a much bigger star with better roles. That said, he always left his mark in whatever he did. Condolences to the Dev family.

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