It is with deep sorrow that we report the passing of Tishaa Kumar, the 21-year-old daughter of former Bollywood actor Krishan Kumar. Tishaa succumbed to cancer after a long and courageous battle, despite receiving treatment in Germany and extensive care. She passed away in the hospital on July 18, 2024.
Tishaa’s death is a profound loss for the Kumar family. In a statement, a spokesperson from T-Series expressed their grief and requested privacy for the family during this difficult time.
Krishan Kumar, who gained fame for his role in the 1995 film “Bewafa Sanam,” is also known for his work with T-Series, India’s largest music production company. He is the younger brother of the late Gulshan Kumar, a pivotal figure in the Indian music industry, and son of Chandrabhan, a fruit seller who migrated to Delhi following the partition of India. Krishan Kumar is married to Tanya Singh, the daughter of music composer Ajit Singh.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to the Kumar family as they navigate through this challenging period.
Krishan Kumar Dua, an Indian actor and producer, is renowned for his memorable role in “Bewafa Sanam” (1995) and for his association with T-Series, India’s largest music production company. Born into a Punjabi family, Krishan Kumar is the younger brother of Gulshan Kumar, the visionary founder of Super Cassettes Industries, widely recognized as T-Series. His father, Chandrabhan, was a fruit seller who moved to Delhi after the partition of India.
Krishan Kumar is married to actress Tanya Singh, the daughter of composer Ajit Singh and the sister of actress Nattasha Singh. The couple has a daughter, Tishaa Kumar, who recently passed away after a prolonged battle with cancer.
In his capacity as a producer, Krishan Kumar has collaborated with his nephew Bhushan Kumar on numerous successful films, including:
- “Lucky: No Time For Love”
- “Ready”
- “Darling”
- “Airlift”
- “Satyamev Jayate”
He has also been involved in producing blockbusters such as:
- “Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2,” starring Kartik Aaryan
- “Animal,” featuring Ranbir Kapoor
Krishan Kumar’s contributions to the film and music industry, along with his roles in beloved films, have cemented his legacy in Indian cinema.
