Bollywood / Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta passes away at 57

Mumbai, Oct 31: Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta, best known for directing popular Hindi films such as Kaante, Shootout at Lokhandwala and Kaabil, has passed away at the age of 57 on October 30, 2026.

As per the reports, Gupta suffered a fall in his kitchen at around 2:30 PM and sustained a serious head injury. His wife and two sons were reportedly present at home, but the circumstances surrounding the incident remain unclear.

Sanjay Gupta was one of the recognised filmmakers in Hindi cinema, particularly known for his stylish crime dramas and action-packed storytelling. He shared a successful professional association with actor Sanjay Dutt, collaborating on several films, including Kaante (2002), Musafir (2004), Zinda (2006) and Shootout at Lokhandwala (2007).

His other notable directorial projects included Shootout at Wadala, Jazbaa, Kaabil, Dus Kahaniyaan, Acid Factory and Mumbai Saga.

Apart from directing, Gupta also established himself as a producer through his production company, White Feather Films, founded in 2001. His recent projects included The Miranda Brothers and Visfot, both released in 2024. Before entering mainstream filmmaking, Gupta worked in post-production and sound design. He also assisted filmmaker Pankaj Parashar on projects such as Karamchand and Jalwa.

Sanjay Gupta's contribution to Hindi cinema spanned several decades. His distinctive filmmaking style, crime-based narratives and action sequences earned him recognition among Bollywood audiences. His death marks the loss of a filmmaker whose work left a notable impression on mainstream Hindi cinema.