Anil Mehta switched off phone after final call to Malaika-Amrita
What's the story
Malaika Arora and her family are grieving the tragic demise of Anil Mehta, who died on Wednesday.
The incident took place at his residence in Mumbai, where he allegedly jumped off the sixth floor.
Initial reports suggested it could have been an accident, and a post-mortem confirmed the cause of death as multiple injuries from the fall.
No suicide note was found at the scene, however, he made the last phone call to his daughters.
Final conversation
Mehta switched off the phone after making the final call
Before his death, Mehta reportedly made a final phone call to his daughters, Malaika and Amrita Arora. He told them he was "sick and tired," and then switched off his mobile phone.
The Mumbai Police have recorded statements from Malaika, Amrita, and their mother Joyce. They also plan to record statements from Mehta's doctor and other close family members.
Incident details
Joyce recounted the tragic incident
Joyce was present at the time of the incident.
She told the police that Mehta used to read newspapers on the balcony every morning. On September 11, she found his slippers in the living room and went to look for him on the balcony.
When she didn't find him there, she leaned over and saw the watchman calling for help.
Joyce added that Mehta was not suffering from any major illness or health issue, apart from some knee pain.
Social media
Malaika requested privacy during the difficult time
Malaika posted an emotional statement on her Instagram account, requesting privacy from the media during this difficult time.
"We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our dear father, Anil Mehta. He was a gentle soul, a devoted grandfather, a loving husband, and our best friend."
"Our family is in deep shock by this loss, and we kindly request privacy from the media and well-wishers during this difficult time," she wrote.