Malaika Arora’s father, Anil Mehta, passed away on September 11, prompting her swift return from Pune to be with her family. Celebrities like Gauri Khan, Bhavana Pandey, Kareena Kapoor Khan, Sonali Bendre, and Shilpa Shetty visited Malaika to offer condolences. His final rites were held on September 12, attended by several stars.