Actor Rajiv Kapoor dies, Rishi Kapoor's wife Neetu Kapoor confirms report

Actor and younger brother of Rishi and Randhir Kapoor, Rajiv Kapoor passed away on Tuesday. He was 58-year-old. According to reports, the actor suffered a massive cardiac arrest following which he was rushed to a Mumbai hospital. However, he was declared dead by the doctors.

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New Delhi: Actor Raj Kapoor's son Rajiv Kapoor passed away on Tuesday (February 9). He was 58-year-old. According to reports, the actor suffered a massive cardiac arrest. 

A TOI report stated that Rajiv Kapoor was immediately rushed to a hospital by his brother Randhir Kapoor where the doctors declared him dead on arrival.  

Rajiv’s sister-in-law Neetu Kapoor took to Instagram to confirm the news. Sharing a photo of the actor, Neetu wrote, 'RIP'.

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Actor Tusshar Kapoor expressed his condolences on his death and wrote, "Sad to hear of the passing away of Rajiv Kapoor! Deepest condolences to the family! May his soul rest in peace." 

Sad to hear of the passing away of Rajiv Kapoor! Deepest condolences to the family! May his soul rest in peace — Tusshar (@TusshKapoor) February 9, 2021

Naved Jafri: He was a pure heart and a very nice human being. May his soul rest in peace, deepest condolences to the family Folded hands #rajivkapoor #riprajivkapoor

Several fans and celebs reacted to his untimely demise and extended condolences. Initial reports suggest he suffered a cardiac arrest. However, the family is yet to release an official statement. 

Rajiv Kapoor aka Chimpu (fondly called by family and close friends) made his Bollywood debut in 'Ek Jaan Hain Hum' back in 1983. He played the leading role in his father's last directorial venture 'Ram Teri Ganga Maili' in 1985. He acted in several other films with the most notable being 'Aasmaan', 'Lover Boy', 'Zabardast' and 'Hum To Chale Pardes'. He made his last film appearance in 'Zimmedaar' in 1990 after which he turned to producing and directing.

In 2001, he married architect Aarti Sabharwal, working paralegal at a Law firm in Vaughan.