Esteemed producer and veteran celebrity manager Inder Raj Bahl, breathed his last on the morning of February 23 at his residence in Bombay. Aged 91, he had been facing health challenges, undergoing dialysis in recent times. Bahl, survived by his wife, two sons (Bunty and Vivek, both actively engaged in the media and entertainment industry), a daughter, a brother, and a sister, passed away peacefully. Renowned for producing films like Dream Girl, Swami, and Shaukeen, he also served as Hema Malini's secretary for an extended period. Additionally, Bahl co-produced the television serial Darpan in collaboration with Basu Chatterji.
Inder Raj Bahl's contributions extended to supporting the films 'Swami' (1977), featuring Girish Karnad and Shabana Azmi, under the direction of Basu Chaterjee, as well as 'Shaukeen' (1982) with Basu Chatterjee once again. In addition to these, he produced 'Banaras' (2006) alongside LC Singh and Pankuj Parasher, starring Karan Nath. Furthermore, Bahl played a role in the production of Basu Chatterjee's television show 'Darpan.'
Bunty Bahl, the proprietor of a celebrity management company and the son of Inder Raj Bahl, expressed, "He led a life of grandeur, offering us the gift of freedom, knowledge, liberties, and love throughout his lifetime. Remarkably optimistic and profoundly sensible, he approached every situation with a positive mindset, focusing on solutions rather than contributing to the problem. Never once did he harbour ill thoughts or intentions towards anyone in his life. Always a generous soul with a perpetually smiling face. A person of great goodwill and reputation, he was the keeper of secrets."
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