Zarine Khan Passes Away, Bollywood Pays Tribute

A Heartfelt Goodbye to a Graceful Soul

Veteran actor Sanjay Khan’s wife, Zarine Khan, passed away at the age of 81 on November 7, 2025, due to age-related health complications. The news of her passing has left the Bollywood fraternity in deep sorrow. Prominent stars such as Hrithik Roshan, Jackie Shroff, and Bobby Deol visited the Khan residence to extend their condolences and pay their final respects to the beloved matriarch of the Khan family.

Emotional Scenes at Juhu Crematorium

A moving video shared by the paparazzi captured the grief-stricken moment as Zayed Khan, her son, performed the final rites at the Juhu Crematorium. Overwhelmed by emotion, he struggled to hold back tears while fulfilling his last duties as a son. Family members stood close, offering strength and support. Sussanne Khan, holding her mother’s hand for the final time, appeared deeply emotional. Beside her, a visibly heartbroken Sanjay Khan was seen folding his hands in prayer, his pain evident as cameras documented the solemn farewell.

Bollywood Stars Unite in Condolence

Several renowned figures from the film industry arrived to offer their sympathies to the grieving family. Among those present were Rani Mukerji, Kajol, Jaya Bachchan, Shabana Azmi, Jackie Shroff, and others who gathered at the Khan residence. Bobby Deol, moved to tears, was seen embracing the family in consolation. Hrithik Roshan, the former husband of Sussanne Khan, attended both the visit and the final rites, accompanied by his partner Saba Azad, standing by the family in their time of loss.

Her Battle with Health and Her Family’s Strength

According to reports, Zarine Khan had been suffering from age-related health issues for an extended period. As per News18, she passed away peacefully at her Mumbai residence on Friday morning. She leaves behind her husband, Sanjay Khan, and their four children — Zayed Khan, Sussanne Khan, Farah Ali Khan, and Simone Arora — who stood united in grief during the funeral proceedings.

Zarine Khan: A Journey from Silver Screen to Design Legacy

Before becoming known as one of Bollywood’s most elegant and influential matriarchs, Zarine Khan began her journey as a model and made her acting debut in the 1963 Hindi film “Tere Ghar Ke Samne” alongside the legendary Dev Anand. Later, she transitioned into the world of interior design, establishing herself as a talented and visionary designer. After marrying Sanjay Khan in 1966, she gracefully stepped away from the limelight to focus on her family and creative pursuits.
Just a few months before her passing, her daughter Sussanne Khan had shared a touching birthday tribute filled with old photographs, expressing deep love and gratitude for her mother’s strength, beauty, and inspiring spirit.

A Legacy of Grace, Love, and Inspiration

Zarine Khan will be remembered not only as the wife of veteran actor Sanjay Khan but also as a woman of elegance, artistic flair, and compassion. Her legacy continues to live on through her family, her contributions to art and design, and the countless lives she touched with her warmth.

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