Veteran television actor and producer Dheeraj Kumar passed away on Monday at the age of 79. He was undergoing treatment for pneumonia at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, where he had been admitted in a critical condition. As per reports, he was placed on ventilator support in the ICU, but unfortunately, he couldn’t survive the illness.
The news has left the film and television industry in deep sorrow, as tributes continue to pour in from colleagues, fans, and well-wishers. Dheeraj Kumar was known for his graceful presence in both Hindi and Punjabi cinema, as well as for his immense contribution to Indian television.
Dheeraj Kumar film career
Dheeraj Kumar began his career in Hindi cinema during the 1970s, and appeared in films like Roti Kapda Aur Makaan (1974). He has worked with icons like Manoj Kumar and Zeenat Aman. He was also seen in films like Swami, Kranti, and Heera Panna.
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Dheeraj Kumar television career
He founded Creative Eye Limited, which produced a number of popular mythological and spiritual shows on primetime Indian television. He produced shows like Om Namah Shivay, Shree Ganesh, Jai Santoshi Maa, and Jap Tap Vrat. He also produced shows like Ishq Subhan Allah.
FAQs
Q1. When did actor Dheeraj Kumar pass away?
Dheeraj Kumar passed away on Monday, July 15, 2025, at the age of 79.
Q2. What was the cause of his death?
He was suffering from pneumonia and had been admitted to Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in critical condition. He was on ventilator support in the ICU before he passed away.