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Bollywood gathered in grief on Thursday, November 7, as Sussanne Khan’s mother and veteran interior designer Zarine Khan passed away at the age of 81. Known for her elegance, warmth, and influence across film and fashion in the 1960s and ’70s, Zarine had been ailing for some time due to age-related health issues. Her final rites were performed at Mumbai’s Juhu crematorium, where family, close friends, and colleagues arrived to pay their last respects. Among those present were Hrithik Roshan, Bobby Deol, Jaya Bachchan, Shweta Bachchan, Saba Azad, Aly Goni, Jasmin Bhasin, Rakul Preet Singh, and Nargis Fakhri. Jackie Shroff Steps In to Maintain Decorum Amid the heavy silence of mourning, a brief moment of chaos unfolded when photographers began crowding near the entrance, trying to capture the celebrities arriving. Veteran actor Jackie Shroff, known for his humility and old-school charm, intervened. In a video shared by a paparazzo account, the actor—dressed in an all-white kurta-pyjama and cap—was seen calmly but firmly asking the media to “behave.” Standing tall amid the throng, he gestured with his hand, reminding the photographers to maintain dignity during such a sensitive occasion. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Viral Bhayani (@viralbhayani) The clip, now viral on social media, shows Jackie—often fondly called “Jackie Dada”—addressing the media with restraint and composure. “Thoda tameez se, behave karo,” he is heard saying, his tone more of a stern elder than an angry celebrity. His intervention quickly restored order, earning him praise online for protecting the sanctity of the moment. Bollywood Mourns a Matriarch Zarine Khan’s passing leaves a void not only in her family but also in the creative fabric of Bollywood’s golden era. She is survived by her husband, actor-director Sanjay Khan, and their four children—Sussanne Khan, Simone Arora, Farah Ali Khan, and Zayed Khan. Hrithik Roshan, who shares a close bond with the family, was among the first to arrive at the funeral with Saba Azad. Bobby Deol was seen outside Sanjay Khan’s Mumbai residence, visibly emotional after offering his condolences. Jaya Bachchan attended with her daughter Shweta, both dressed in muted tones, their expressions reflecting quiet grief. A Legacy of Grace and Artistry Beyond her role as a devoted wife and mother, Zarine Khan was a multifaceted woman—an accomplished model, actor, and one of India’s pioneering interior designers. She made early appearances in Hindi cinema, including Tere Ghar Ke Samne (1963) alongside Dev Anand, before transitioning into design and philanthropy. Her impeccable taste shaped some of Bollywood’s most iconic homes and spaces, while her sense of style influenced generations of designers who followed. Tributes Pour In Actor Kajol was among the first to publicly mourn Zarine’s demise, calling it a “heart-wrenching loss.” She wrote on Instagram Stories, “What a heart wrenching loss! Shocked and saddened… deepest condolences and prayers to the whole family.” As the film fraternity gathered to bid farewell, the moment was one of collective nostalgia and sorrow — a reminder of the bygone grace of Bollywood’s golden years, and of the empathy still alive in its most dignified figures like Jackie Shroff, who quietly reminded everyone what true respect looks like.
