Veteran actor Junior Mehmood passes away at 67; his celeb friends break into tears

New Delhi: At his Mumbai home, famous actor and comedian Junior Mehmood died at 67 years of age. He had advanced stomach cancer and was receiving therapy.

The news was confirmed by the legendary actor’s close friend Salam Kazi, who revealed that his health deteriorated and he was placed on life support. Unfortunately, Kazi broke down in tears and announced that he couldn’t make it.

A family acquaintance has confirmed that after today’s afternoon prayers, his funeral rites would be conducted at the Santacruz burial cemetery.

Veteran actor Junior Mehmood, who was battling with cancer, died last night at the age of 67 in Mumbai. The actor worked in over 250 films in his career that spanned over five decades,@filmfare pic.twitter.com/jf9h6GmgqP

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His co-stars Jeetendra and Sachin Pilgaonkar granted his last wish of seeing him, and photos of the two of them meeting went viral.

Johnny Lever was there for him as word got out about his worsening health. The actor-comedian met with him and continued to see him daily to monitor his progress.

Viral | Popular actor of yester years, Junior Mehmood has not been keeping well. Comedian Jonny liver seen here trying to lift up his spirits. pic.twitter.com/KQyErg4EBL

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Following his encounter with Lever, Mehmood Junior spoke of his want to meet with Sachin Pilgaonkar and his old friend, Bollywood actor Jeetendra.

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Veteran actor Junior Mehmood, whose real name is Naeem Sayyed, was struggling with cancer, and expressed a wish to meet Jeetendra with whom he had worked extensively in the 1960s.

Jeetendra, along with Johnny… pic.twitter.com/kW0nOx9U6w

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Jeetendra became very upset and broke down in tears as he saw his friend and co-star suffering. The actor spoke to Hindustan Times on his visit, “I am here by his bedside, but he is unable to recognize me. He is in so much pain, he is unable to open his eyes. To see him in this state breaks my heart. I have been coming to the Mount Mary Church for 25 years. When I learned of Junior’s health condition, I planned to visit him on my way to the church next Sunday. But Johnny reached out to me on Monday night, urging a quick visit,” he said.

Condolence Reactions

RIP junior Mehmood Sahab! You made Thana Bhawan people famous. You did brilliant acting in each film. World will remember you!🌹❤️ pic.twitter.com/seQfldxonW

— KRK (@kamaalrkhan) December 8, 2023

Junior Mehmood, yesteryear’s adorable child star, is in hospital with 4th stage cancer. He has expressed his wish to meet Jeetendra whom he often co-starred with n childhood friend Sachin Pilgaonkar to visit him,please Jeetendra saab,Sachinji grant him what cld be his last wish. pic.twitter.com/rkLHeLqxlS

— khalid mohamed (@Jhajhajha) December 5, 2023

Saddened by the passing of veteran actor Naeem Sayyed, aka Junior Mehmood. His incredible talent marked an era in Bollywood, leaving an indelible legacy. Heartfelt condolences to his family. May his soul find eternal peace. pic.twitter.com/yOxJmUsglg

— Sanjeev Arora (@MP_SanjeevArora) December 8, 2023

Saddened by the loss of veteran actor Junior Mehmood at 67. 🎭 His impactful performances in films like Caravan and Mera Naam Joker will be remembered. Condolences to his family and friends during this difficult time. 🙏 #JuniorMehmood #RIPJuniorMehmood pic.twitter.com/PuEhtxlJmz

— pawan malhotra🇮🇳 (@malhotrapawan69) December 8, 2023

About Junior Mehmood

Throughout his long career, he effortlessly brought laughter to moviegoers with his acting and humour. The career of Naeem Ali, better known as Junior Mehmood, began in Bollywood as a junior artist. His notable cinema roles include Bachpan, Brahmachari, Kati Patang, Mera Naam Joker, and Geet Gaata Chal.

He co-starred with Sachin Pilgaonkar on several works, and the two of them were huge hits. Salam Qazi Jr., Master Raju, and Johnny Lever all stepped up to aid Mehmood, and they continue to do so to this day.