Zarine Khan, mother of Sussanne Khan, passed away at the age of 81. Hrithik Roshan and Saba Azad attended her funeral to pay their respects. The exact cause of her death has not been publicly detailed yet.
According to earlier reports by News18, Zarine Khan had been dealing with age-related health issues. However, India Today later reported that she suffered a sudden cardiac arrest. The Khan family has not yet issued an official statement.
Zarine Khan appeared in classic films such as Tere Ghar Ke Saamne and Ek Phool Do Mali. After her acting career, she successfully ventured into interior design and co-authored a cookbook, where she expressed gratitude to her mother-in-law for inspiring her culinary talents.
Despite Hrithik Roshan and Sussanne Khan’s separation, both remained respectful and close to each other’s families. Zarine maintained a warm bond with Hrithik and once shared her thoughts about him in an interview.
"I think he is in the wrong profession. He would have made a great spiritual leader. He never holds a grudge, never gets angry. Only extreme injustice against someone can make him really angry. Otherwise, he just lets things go, even if someone wrongs him or does something that upsets him."
Zarine Khan married Sanjay Khan in 1996 and was respected for her grace and kindness in both personal and professional spheres.
Zarine Khan, a former actress and designer, passed away at 81 due to cardiac arrest; her life and compassion were fondly remembered by family and friends.