Dhoom director Sanjay Gadhvi passes away due to cardiac attest

New Delhi : Director Sanjay Gadhvi passed away in Mumbai today as he suffered a cardiac arrest. He was 57-year-old.

The filmmaker’s daughter Sanjina Gadhvi shared the news with PTI and said, "He passed away at 9.30 am this morning at his residence. We are not sure what it is, but it is most likely a heart attack. He wasn’t unwell, he was perfectly healthy."

Sanjay Gandhi is known for directing famous movies like Dhoom, Dhoom 2, Kidnap, Mere Yaar Ki Shaadi Hai and more.

Dhoom actor Abhishek Bachchan expressed his shock to the news and wrote, "I took this photo of Sanjay whilst we were filming the climax of Dhoom 2 in South Africa. We made 2 films together – Dhoom and Dhoom 2. Sanju, when I spoke to you last week and we were reminiscing about our shoots and memories I would never have imagined even in my craziest dreams that I would have to write a post like this. I’m shocked beyond belief. You had faith in me, even when I didn’t. You gave me my first ever hit!!! I can never ever forget that or be able express what it meant to me. I will cherish your friendship always. Rest in peace my brother (sic)."

John Abraham, who played the antagonist in Dhoom, said, “Remember the times I spent with you on the film closest to my heart #Dhoom. May the angels always ride with you. Rest in peace Sanjay Gadhvi (sic).”

May his soul rests in peace.