Salim Akhtar, Who Launched Rani Mukerji’s Career In Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat, Dies In Mumbai​

Veteran Bollywood producer Salim Akhtar passed away on April 8, 2025, at the age of 82. He breathed his last at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai. Salim Akhtar was a respected figure in the Hindi film industry and played a key role in shaping the careers of many actors.

Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat Producer Salim Akhtar Passes Away in Mumbai

Salim is best known for launching actresses Rani Mukerji and Tamannaah Bhatia. He introduced Rani in Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat (1997) and Tamannaah in Chand Sa Roshan Chehra (2005). Both went on to become popular and successful stars in Bollywood and beyond.

Over his long career, Salim Akhtar produced many films that left a mark on Hindi cinema, especially during the 1980s and 1990s. His filmography includes titles like Phool Aur Angaare, Qayamat, Loha, Batwara, Badal (starring Bobby Deol and Rani Mukerji), Phool Aur Angaar (with Mithun Chakraborty), Choron Ki Baraat, and Baazi (featuring Aamir Khan).

He is survived by his wife, Shama Akhtar, and their son, Samad Akhtar. At the time of reporting, there has been no official statement from his family about his passing.

Salim Akhtar’s contribution to Bollywood will always be remembered. May his soul rest in peace.

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