Dara Singh passes away at home

Rustam-e-Hind Dara Singh has passed away after a prolonged illness. The legendary actor and wrestler was pronounced dead at 07:30 (IST) today at his Mumbai residence, in presence of his family and friends. He was 84.

Singh suffered a cardiac arrest on Saturday (7th July) where he was rushed to Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital. He underwent dialysis and was put on ventilator, however, his condition continued to deteriorate.

The news of his death was announced by his son, actor Vindu Dara Singh; as per reports his last rites would be conducted at 14:00 today at Vile Parle.

Dara Singh personal physician Dr Agarwal said, “Yesterday, we brought him from hospital to home…his wish was that he be at his home between his family. He passed away at 07:30 due to cardio-respiratory arrest, he had suffered paralysis a few years back, and he also had a very rare brain disease.”

Singh was the undisputed champion in the wrestling ring, winning various championships including one in 1968. He made his acting debut in 1962 and is well remembered for his role as Hanuman in the TV series ‘Ramayan’. His last acting stint was in ‘Jab We Met’ in 2007.