Oct 31, 2026 12:06pm IST
Milap Zaveri Remembers Sanjay Gupta: ‘He Was My Guru; He Always Rescued Me’
Filmmaker Milap Zaveri has expressed deep shock over the demise of Sanjay Gupta, remembering him as a mentor who played a pivotal role in shaping his career.
Speaking about their close association, Zaveri recalled that Gupta had given him his first opportunity in the industry when he was just 21 years old. He described Gupta as his guiding force and someone who had consistently stood by him through difficult phases of his professional journey, including during "Shootout at Wadala."
An emotional Zaveri said he was struggling to come to terms with the news, particularly as the two had been in touch recently. He revealed that he had met Gupta just 10 days ago and spoken to him over the phone five days before his demise. He had also attended a Mata Ki Chowki gathering.
“He was my guru, he was my life. I was 21 when he gave me my first break. He always rescued me, whether it was 'Shootout at Wadala' or anything else. I am just too shocked right now. I met him 10 days ago and spoke to him five days ago. I also attended the Mata Ki Chowki,” says Zaveri
Related Stories
Zaveri said he was on his way to Gupta’s residence after learning about the incident.
According to preliminary information shared during the conversation, Gupta may have suffered a fall at home and sustained a head injury. However, the exact circumstances surrounding the incident and the cause of death remain unclear.
Comments are moderated. They may be edited for clarity and reprinting in whole or in part in Variety publications.