Actor Sidharth Malhotra is grieving the loss of his father, Sunil Malhotra, who passed away in Delhi four days ago. The actor, along with his wife Kiara Advani, rushed to the capital to attend the last rites and support the family during this heartbreaking time.
Sunil Malhotra, a former Merchant Navy captain, had been battling health issues for a while. Despite prolonged illness, he reportedly passed away peacefully in his sleep, leaving behind a void that the family describes as immeasurable.
Taking to social media, Sidharth penned an emotional tribute that deeply resonated with fans. Remembering his father’s character and strength, he wrote that Sunil Malhotra was “a man of rare honesty, integrity and culture,” someone who lived by values that never bent. He described him as disciplined yet gentle, strong yet humble, and positive even during life’s toughest challenges.
The actor also spoke about his father’s resilience — from commanding ships as a Merchant Navy Captain to facing illness with quiet courage. Even after a stroke confined him to a wheelchair, Sidharth shared that his father’s spirit remained unshaken. Calling his father’s integrity his “inheritance,” the actor said he would carry forward his values, name, and light throughout his life.
This loss comes after years of health struggles that Sidharth had previously spoken about publicly. In 2025, during a conversation with Lilly Singh, the actor had opened up about the emotional toll his father’s condition had taken on the family. He admitted feeling anxious and sometimes unintentionally harsh toward his mother, Rimma Malhotra, who had been managing caregiving responsibilities largely on her own.
He had reflected on how those difficult conversations with his mother gave him perspective about the sacrifices she had made over the years — especially during times when he was building his own career away from home.
Sunil Malhotra was known for leading a disciplined life and is credited with shaping Sidharth’s grounded personality and strong moral compass. As condolences continue to pour in from fans and members of the film fraternity, the actor remains surrounded by family in Delhi.
The Malhotra family has requested privacy as they navigate this deeply personal loss.
