Tishaa Kumar, the 21-year-old daughter of former actor and T-Series producer Krishan Kumar, has tragically passed away after a courageous three-year battle with cancer. She had recently traveled to Germany for specialized treatment when her condition worsened.
In a statement, T-Series confirmed the heartbreaking news of Tishaa’s death and expressed the family’s deep sorrow. They have requested privacy as they navigate this devastating loss.
Tishaa was the cousin of Bhushan Kumar, the head of T-Series, and her father Krishan Kumar is well-known for his work in Bollywood during the 1990s, with notable films like “Bewafa Sanam” and “Kasam Teri Kasam.”
The Bollywood community gathered to pay their respects in a moving funeral ceremony, reflecting the profound impact Tishaa had on those around her. Celebrities such as Bhushan Kumar, Saiee Manjrekar, Riteish Deshmukh, Farah Khan, and Sajid Nadiadwala were present to offer their condolences and stand by the Kumar family in their time of grief.
Riteish Deshmukh, visibly affected by the loss, joined others in honoring Tishaa’s memory at the funeral. Farah Khan, braving the rain with an umbrella, mirrored the somber mood of the occasion as she paid her respects.
Krishan Kumar, who has made significant contributions to both Bollywood and the music industry through T-Series, faces an immense personal loss with his daughter’s passing. Tishaa had been seen as a promising future for the family’s long standing legacy in Indian cinema.
The funeral highlighted the strong sense of unity within the Bollywood community, with Bhushan Kumar ensuring that the family felt surrounded by support. Saiee Manjrekar, a rising star in the industry, joined other veterans in commemorating Tishaa’s life, showing the wide-reaching impact she had on her peers.
Tributes have been pouring in across social media, celebrating Tishaa Kumar’s spirit. Farah Khan shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, recalling her moments with Tishaa and extending condolences to the family. Riteish Deshmukh also honored Tishaa’s bravery and strength throughout her illness, echoing the collective grief felt by the film fraternity.
