Sushmita Sen and Varun Dhawan mourn Mukul Dev’s death at 54

Mukul Dev, remembered for his versatile acting and early break with ABCL, passed away after battling depression and health issues. His death on May 23, 2025, has drawn heartfelt tributes from Bollywood stars, highlighting his impact on the industry.

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Mukul Dev, a versatile Indian actor celebrated for his work across various film industries, passed away on May 23, 2025, at the age of 54 after battling illness and personal hardships.

He had been admitted to the ICU following days of poor health. Despite medical efforts, he could not recover. His health decline was compounded by deep depression stemming from the recent loss of his mother and separation from his wife and daughter.

"Despite taking all the efforts, he could not recover. The passing of his mother, along with the separation with his wife and daughter, he was deeply depressed and neglected his health constantly, all of this took a toll on his health."

Mukul’s career included notable projects such as the unreleased film "Naam Kya Hai," produced by Amitabh Bachchan’s company ABCL, which marked his first acting income. He fondly recalled receiving Rs 75,000 from Jaya Bachchan for this film.

Celebrities expressed their grief on social media. Actress Sushmita Sen, who worked with Mukul in "Dastak," wrote, "Mukul Dev, Rest in Peace you wonderful soul."

Actor Varun Dhawan dedicated a reel on Instagram, saying, "RIP, Mukul Dev. This one’s for you."

Mukul Dev’s death marks a significant loss to Indian cinema, remembered for his talent and the personal challenges he faced in his final days.
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Indian actor Mukul Dev, known for his versatile roles and work in multiple film industries, died at 54 after a period of illness and personal struggles. Celebrities Sushmita Sen and Varun Dhawan mourned his passing, sharing heartfelt tributes on social media.
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Mukul Dev's ICU admission, death, and tributes from stars

Mukul Dev, Rest in Peace you wonderful soul.
Sushmita Sen
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RIP, Mukul Dev. This ones for you.
Varun Dhawan
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Key Facts
  • Mukul Dev was admitted to ICU after being unwell for several days before his death.Timesofindia
  • Mukul Dev passed away on May 23, 2025, at the age of 54, marking the end of a versatile acting career.Timesofindia
  • Prominent actors Sushmita Sen and Varun Dhawan publicly mourned Mukul Dev's death, highlighting his impact in the film industry.Timesofindia
Key Stats at a Glance
Age of Mukul Dev at death
54 years
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Date of Mukul Dev's death
May 23, 2025
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Background Context

Mukul Dev's early career, struggles, and respect in film

Key Facts
  • Mukul Dev's first acting income was Rs 75,000, given by Jaya Bachchan for the shelved ABCL film 'Naam Kya Hai'.News18
  • Mukul Dev was initially surprised and doubtful when Jaya Bachchan called him to give the signing amount, later meeting her in person.News18
  • Mukul Dev earned respect from co-stars like Sushmita Sen for his work in the film 'Dastak'.Timesofindia
  • Mukul Dev faced significant personal hardships including the death of his mother and separation from his wife and daughter, which led to depression and neglect of his health.Timesofindia
Key Stats at a Glance
Mukul Dev's first acting income
Rs 75,000
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