Veteran
Bollywood actor Shakti Kapoor recently fell prey to a death hoax. The rumours of his demise spread like wildfire on social media, leaving his fans concerned. After the senior actor noticed it, he shared a video on his Instagram handle to share the truth. In a video message to his fans and followers, Kapoor assured everyone that he was happy and healthy. Having said that, the 73-year-old further mentioned that he will initiate a cyber complaint about the fake death news. He also urged everyone to ignore the misinformation online.
Shakti Kapoor reacts to death rumours
Taking to his Instagram handle,
Shakti Kapoor posted a video, issuing a clarification over his death speculations. The veteran actor appeared calm and composed in the clip, but he strongly reacted. He said, "Hello everyone. My death news is all fake. I am healthy and happy. Please ignore it." Take a look at his video below:
Last year, Raza Murad found himself in a similar situation. The actor lodged a complaint at Andheri Police Station after a social media post alleged that he was dead. Speaking to news agency ANI, Murad had shared that someone posted about his demise and offered condolences. It was also alleged that the actor worked for many years in the industry but no one remembered him.In the past, actors like Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Katrina Kaif, Rajinikanth, and others became victims of death hoaxes.
More about Shakti Kapoor
Meanwhile, Shakti Kapoor is one of the most popular actors in Hindi film industry. The veteran actor is widely known for his comic and villainous roles. During the 1980s and 1990s, Kapoor collaborated with late Asrani and Kader Khan for over 100 films. In his career spanning five decades, he has been a part of 700 films. Some of his popular movies include
Raja Babu, Andaz Apna Apna, ChalBaaz, Coolie No 1, Judwaa, Satte Pe Satta, Bol Radha Bol, and more.His last big screen appearance was in the 2025 film
Mere Husband Ki Biwi. Directed by Mudassar Aziz, the romantic comedy features Arjun Kapoor, Rakul Preet Singh and Bhumi Pednekar. It was released in cinemas on February 21 last year. Unfortunately, the rom-com failed to work at the box office. Before this, the actor featured in Sandeep Reddy Vanga's 2023 blockbuster film,
Animal. Co-starring Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna, the project worked exceptionally well at the ticket window.