The entertainment world moves fast, and Vivek Oberoi mourns the demise of Sanjay Gupta; says ‘this news feels deeply personal’ in emotional tribute is the latest development catching everyone's eye. From fans to industry insiders, the reaction has been immediate.
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Add as a preferred source on Google The Indian movie industry continues to mourn the sudden demise of filmmaker Sanjay Gupta, who passed away on October 31. As tributes pour in from actors, filmmakers and industry colleagues, Vivek Oberoi revealed on social media to express his grief and remember his association with the filmmaker.
The performer, who collaborated with Gupta on two instalments of the Shootout universe, described the loss as deeply personal. Sharing an heartfelt note, Vivek reflected on their professional association, conversations and memories, while expressing disbelief over the filmmaker’s untimely passing. He wrote, “I am deeply shocked and heartbroken by the sudden and untimely demise of Sanjay Gupta.
This loss is truly unimaginable and very difficult to process. Having worked together, this news feels deeply personal. It is never easy to accept the loss of someone you have revealed a journey, conversations and memories with.
Some news leaves you numb, and this is one of those moments. I will always cherish the time we spent working together. You will be missed, Sanjay.
My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. May God give them the strength to cope with this irreparable loss. Om Shanti.” I am deeply shocked and heartbroken by the sudden and untimely demise of Sanjay Gupta.
This loss is truly unimaginable and very difficult to process. Having worked together, this news feels deeply personal. It is never easy to accept the loss of someone you have revealed a journey, conversations and memories with.
Some news leaves you numb, and this is one of those moments. I will always cherish the time we spent working together. You will be missed, Sanjay.
My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones. May God give them the strength to cope with this irreparable loss. — Vivek Anand Oberoi (@vivekoberoi) November 1, 2026 Vivek Oberoi and Sanjay Gupta revealed a notable creative association through two crime dramas that became part of Hindi silver major screen’s popular gangster movie genre.
Their first significant collaboration was Shootout at Lokhandwala (2007), which was backed by Gupta under his White Feather captures banner and directed by Apoorva Lakhia. Vivek portrayed gangster Maya Dolas in the movie, delivering a turn that remains one of the prominent roles in his career. The performer and filmmaker reunited for Shootout at Wadala (2013), which was written and directed by Gupta.
The movie continued the universe’s exploration of Mumbai’s underworld and police encounters, bringing back the gritty crime-drama format associated with the series. Vivek’s tribute comes as the movie fraternity continues to remember Gupta and his contribution to Hindi silver major screen. The filmmaker was laid to rest at Pawan Hans Crematorium, where members of the industry gathered to pay their last respects.
His body of work, particularly his crime dramas and stylised approach to filmmaking, remains an important part of…
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