Farhan Akhtar Pays Tribute To ‘OG Don' Director Chandra Barot After His Demise
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Chandra Barot, the director of the 1978 cult classic film Don, passed away on Sunday, July 20, following a prolonged battle with pulmonary fibrosis. Now, after the demise of the legendary filmmaker, Farhan Akhtar —who revived the franchise in 2006—has paid respect to the departed soul with a heartfelt tribute.
Farhan Akhtar took to Instagram and shared a picture of Chandra Barot along with a sweet note. While sharing the picture, Farhan wrote, 'Saddened to learn that the director of the OG Don is no more. RIP Chandra Barot-ji. Deepest condolences to the family."
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The director of the 1978 cult classic film Don, starring Amitabh Bachchan, Chandra Barot passed away at the age of 86 on Sunday, July 20. His demise has sent shockwaves through the film industry. It was his wife, Deepa Barot, who confirmed the news of his passing and revealed that he had not been keeping well for a while.
While speaking to TOI, Deepa Barot confirmed, 'He had been battling pulmonary fibrosis for the past seven years." She further revealed that the veteran filmmaker was undergoing treatment at Guru Nanak Hospital under Dr. Manish Shetty. He had also been admitted to Jaslok Hospital earlier.
Farhan Akhtar, who had revived the famous Don franchise in 2006 with Shah Rukh Khan and Priyanka Chopra in the lead roles, is currently working on the third film in the franchise, with Ranveer Singh and Kriti Sanon as the new leads.
Kiara Advani, who was initially set to play the female lead opposite Ranveer Singh, stepped away from the project after welcoming her first child, a daughter with Sidharth Malhotra, making space for Kriti Sanon to step in.
Meanwhile, rumour mills are abuzz about new potential villain candidates. Vikrant Massey has officially exited the film, leaving room for a new face. Actor and Bigg Boss 18 winner Karan Veer Mehra has now emerged as a leading contender for the antagonist role.
Reports suggest that although nothing is signed yet, filmmakers are impressed with Karan's recent performances and screen presence, especially after his gritty role in Silaa.
At the time of his passing, Chandra Barot had been battling pulmonary fibrosis for several years and was undergoing treatment in Mumbai. He leaves behind a legacy that continues to inspire generations of filmmakers and fans alike.
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