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Suneil Anand , son of legendary actor-filmmaker Dev Anand and actress Kalpana Kartik , passed away in London on July 26, 2026, at the age of 70 after reportedly suffering a heart attack. His death marks the end of another chapter in one of Hindi cinema's most iconic film families. His niece, Gina Narang, confirmed the news and requested privacy on behalf of the family.

"With heavy hearts, our family mourns the passing of Suneil Anand. We are comforted by the outpouring of love, prayers, and support, for which we are truly grateful. We kindly request privacy as we navigate this difficult time together."

Here's a closer look at Suneil Anand's lesser known factsAccording to News18, born in Zurich in 1956, Suneil Anand was the only child of Dev Anand and Kalpana Kartik. Growing up in a household deeply connected with Indian cinema, he was naturally drawn towards filmmaking and acting, following in his father's footsteps.

Made his acting debut with his fatherSuneil entered Bollywood with the 1984 film 'Anand Aur Anand', sharing screen space with Dev Anand. He later appeared in films such as 'Car Thief' and 'Main Tere Liye'. Although he made a promising start, he chose a quieter path and never actively pursued mainstream stardom.

Apart from acting, Suneil also explored filmmaking behind the camera. His final major screen appearance came with 'Master' in 2001, a martial arts film that also marked his directorial debut.

His interest in martial arts extended beyond cinema. Having trained in Wing Tsun in Hong Kong, he incorporated his passion for the discipline into the film.

Guardian of Dev Anand's Navketan Films Rather than remaining in the limelight, Suneil dedicated much of his later years to Navketan Films, the production house founded by Dev Anand and his brothers. He played an active role in preserving the banner's rich cinematic legacy and managing its affairs after his father's passing. He also continued developing film projects, including work related to the Hollywood venture 'Vagator Mixer'.

A lifelong commitment to Dev Anand's legacyDuring Dev Anand's birth centenary celebrations in 2023, Suneil reflected on the years he spent working alongside his father and ensuring that his contribution to Indian cinema continued to be celebrated. "I even coordinated taking our classic movie 'Guide' to the Cannes Film Festival in 2008. It was the first Indian classic to be selected by the Cannes committee to be showcased at the festival. It was a major milestone for dad, for us, Navketan and India."

Dream project remained unfinishedSuneil had also revealed that he was working on an ambitious film dedicated to Dev Anand, a project that ultimately remained incomplete.

Speaking about his vision, he had said: "It’s a huge movie dedicated to my father. I am producing and directing. The show goes on. I will continue to take my father’s legacy forward."

An enduring family legacy

Dev Anand passed away in London in December 2011 at the age of 88, bringing an end to one of Indian cinema's most celebrated careers. Nearly 15 years later, Suneil Anand's demise closes another significant chapter for the Anand family.

While he never sought the spotlight the way his father did, Suneil remained committed to preserving Dev Anand's cinematic heritage, ensuring that the legacy of Navketan Films continued to inspire generations of filmmakers and movie lovers.