Actor-Director Lekh Tandon Passes Away

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Lekh Tandon also helmed television serial Dil Dariya in 1988 through which he introduced Shah Rukh Khan. He died at the age of 88.

Lekh Tandon, best known for films like Amrapali, Jhuk Gaya Aasman, Agar Tum Na Hote and Dulhan Wahi Jo Piya Man Bhaye is no more. He passed away on Monday at the age of 88 at his residence in Powai, Mumbai.

Bollywood celebs tweeted their reaction on his death. Shekhar Kapur tweeted, "goodbye #LekhTandon Extraordinary film maker/story teller of his times. Never ever refused an actor at his doorstep some warmth advice n tea".

Shabana Azmi posted, "Sad dat #LekhTandon passed away but wonderful dat he did so with his boots on.He was working on his latest film with a newcomers zeal . RIP".


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