Veteran artist Junior Mehmood has unfortunately been diagnosed with stage four stomach cancer. His close friend, Salam Kazi, has disclosed that in light of his health condition, the ailing actor has expressed a heartfelt desire to reunite with his old friends, veteran actor Jeetendra and Sachin Pilgaonkar.
As soon as the message reached Jeetendra and Sachin Pilgaonkar, they came to visit him on Tuesday Morning.Sachin even asked the ailing star if he could be of any help. However, Salam Kazi said, “Mehmood Bhai’s children refused help and asked him to pray for their father.”
Apart from the veteran actors, actor Ali Asgar too paid a visit to Junior Mehmood who has been an inspiration to many comedians of today.Junior Mehmood, originally known as Naeem Sayyed, embarked on his career as a child artist in films and subsequently ventured into directing Marathi films. Notably, Junior Mehmood and Sachin Pilgaonkar formed a successful duo as child artists, creating a memorable partnership. Their collaboration extended into their adult years, where they continued to work together in films such as ‘Bachpan,’ ‘Geet Gaata Chal,’ and ‘Brahmachari.’ The enduring professional relationship between Junior Mehmood and Sachin Pilgaonkar spans both their childhood and adulthood, leaving an indelible mark on the film industry.
As soon as the message reached Jeetendra and Sachin Pilgaonkar, they came to visit him on Tuesday Morning.Sachin even asked the ailing star if he could be of any help. However, Salam Kazi said, “Mehmood Bhai’s children refused help and asked him to pray for their father.”
Apart from the veteran actors, actor Ali Asgar too paid a visit to Junior Mehmood who has been an inspiration to many comedians of today.Junior Mehmood, originally known as Naeem Sayyed, embarked on his career as a child artist in films and subsequently ventured into directing Marathi films. Notably, Junior Mehmood and Sachin Pilgaonkar formed a successful duo as child artists, creating a memorable partnership. Their collaboration extended into their adult years, where they continued to work together in films such as ‘Bachpan,’ ‘Geet Gaata Chal,’ and ‘Brahmachari.’ The enduring professional relationship between Junior Mehmood and Sachin Pilgaonkar spans both their childhood and adulthood, leaving an indelible mark on the film industry.
Amid his battle with cancer, Junior Mehmood wishes to meet his old friends and co-actors Jeetendra and Sachin Pilgaonkar
Reports also suggested that Johnny Lever came in to help Junior Mehmood. In a video, Johny Lever offered words of encouragement during a conversation where Junior Mehmood, visibly weakened, was lying on the bed. Salaam Qazi, who considers Mehmood as a brother, acknowledged the health challenges the veteran actor is facing but highlighted signs of improvement and positive interactions, showcasing resilience in the face of adversity.
