Malaika Arora’s father, Anil Arora, reportedly died by suicide on Wednesday morning after jumping from the sixth floor of a residential building in Bandra, Mumbai.
Her ex-husband, Arbaaz Khan, along with senior police officers, were seen at her residence following the incident. Sources indicate that the body has been sent for post-mortem, and an investigation is currently underway.
According to the police, Anil allegedly jumped from the terrace of his Bandra residence in Mumbai. The reason behind this drastic step remains unknown as investigations continue.
However, sources close to Malaika have suggested that it was an accident. "It’s an accident. We will be sharing the police panchanama once we receive it," they stated.
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Malaika's parents, Joyce Polycarp and Anil Arora, separated when she was 11 years old. In a previous interview with Filmfare, Malaika had spoken about her relationship with her parents, describing how the separation had a profound impact on her and her younger sister, Amrita, who was just six at the time.
Malaika also revealed that their mother played a primary role in raising them. Reflecting on those challenging years, she said, "I had a wonderful childhood, but it wasn’t easy. Looking back, the word I would use to describe it is tumultuous. But tough times teach you important lessons."
Malaika credited her mother for instilling in her a strong work ethic and the importance of financial independence.
"My parents' separation allowed me to see my mother in a new light. I learned the importance of a rock-solid work ethic and the value of becoming fiercely independent. Those early lessons are the foundation of my life and career. I still value my independence and live life on my own terms," she shared.
