Wed Jan 08 20:25:17 UTC 2025: ## Veteran Journalist and Filmmaker Pritish Nandy Passes Away at 73
**Mumbai, India** – Renowned journalist, filmmaker, and former Member of Parliament Pritish Nandy passed away on [Date] at his Mumbai residence following a heart attack. He was 73. His son, filmmaker Kushan Nandy, confirmed the news.
Nandy, a recipient of the Padma Shri award, was a prominent figure in Indian media and cinema. His career spanned decades, encompassing journalism, filmmaking, and writing. He hosted the popular television talk show “The Pritish Nandy Show” in the 1990s and produced numerous films under his banner, Pritish Nandy Communications, including notable titles like *Sur*, *Kante*, *Jhankaar Beats*, *Chammeli*, and *Hazaaroh Khwaishein Aisi*. More recently, his company produced the web series “Four More Shots Please!” and the anthology series “Modern Love Mumbai”.
Beyond film, Nandy was a prolific author, having penned over 40 books of poetry in English and translating works from Bengali, Urdu, and Punjabi. He served as a Member of Parliament in the Rajya Sabha from 1998, contributing to the National Tourism Board and various parliamentary committees. He was also a known human rights activist.
Actor Anupam Kher shared an emotional tribute on social media, remembering Nandy as a fearless friend whose loss is deeply felt.
Nandy’s contributions to Indian media, literature, and politics leave behind a significant legacy. His death is mourned by colleagues, friends, and admirers across the country.
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