Pritish Nandy Passes Away At 73; Anupam Kher Reflects On Their Friendship

The Indian film and journalism community is grieving the loss of Pritish Nandy, a renowned journalist, writer, and filmmaker who passed away at 73. His son, filmmaker Kushan Nandy, confirmed his passing. Nandy was celebrated for his diverse contributions to cinema and media, leaving behind an inspiring legacy.

Actor Anupam Kher shared his grief over Nandy's passing in a heartfelt message. He stated, "Deeply deeply saddened and shocked to know about the demise of one of my dearest and closest friends #PritishNandy! Amazing poet, writer, filmmaker and a brave and unique editor/journalist! He was my support system and a great source of strength in my initial days in Mumbai. We shared lots of things in common. He was also one of the most fearless people I had come across. Always Larger than life. I learnt so many things from him. Off-late we didn't meet much. But there was a time when we were inseparable! I will never forget when he surprised me by putting me on the cover of Filmfare and more importantly #TheIllustratedWeelky. He was the true definition of yaaron ka yaar! I will miss you and our times together my friend. Rest well. #HeartBroken."

In the 1990s, Nandy made his mark on television with The Pritish Nandy Show on Doordarshan. This program featured interviews with celebrities, offering viewers a glimpse into their lives and adding a personal touch to celebrity interactions on Indian TV.

Nandy expanded into film production in the early 2000s with Pritish Nandy Communications. The company produced notable films like Sur, Kaante, Jhankaar Beats, Chameli, and Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi. More recently, it has been involved in producing web series such as Four More Shots Please and Modern Love Mumbai.

Journalistic Bravery

Nandy's work as a journalist was marked by courage and a distinctive editorial style that resonated with many readers. His contributions to journalism further cemented his reputation as a multifaceted personality.

The film and media industry honours Pritish Nandy's memory as a pioneering journalist, humanitarian, and filmmaker whose influence will inspire future generations. Though his departure leaves many saddened, his work and shared memories will endure in Indian cinema and journalism.