Malaika Arora's father, Anil Mehta, tragically passed away on September 11, 2024, in an incident classified as suicide by the Mumbai Police. The funeral took place on September 12, attended by numerous Bollywood celebrities, including Saif Ali Khan, Kareena Kapoor, and Arjun Kapoor, as they offered their condolences to the grieving family. Malaika, visibly distraught, was seen supporting her mother, Joyce Polycarp, and son Arhaan Khan during this difficult time. In a heartfelt statement, Malaika requested privacy for her family, expressing their deep sorrow over the loss of Anil, who was described as a gentle soul and devoted grandfather. Anil Mehta, aged 62, had recently reconciled with Joyce after their divorce years ago, and he was known to have a close bond with his family. The police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death, with no suicide note found at the scene.